Alison Hammond was happy to clean up pee and poo on 'For The Love of Dogs'.
Alison Hammond was happy to get stuck in on For The Love of Dogs
The 'This Morning' star is the new host of the hit ITV series after the death of longtime host Paul O'Grady - who fronted 11 series until his death last year - and she has been getting her hands dirty during filming at Battersea Dogs and Cats Home.
As quoted by the Daily Star newspaper's Hot TV column, she said: "They've been a couple of wees to clean up... and some poos.
"But I don't mind. I'm in there, sorting it out."
And despite the occasional mess, she has loved throwing herself into the work.
She added: "Every time I know I'm going to Battersea it's like I'm having a therapy day because it's one of the most beautiful days that you could ever imagine to have.
"It's just a lovely place to be. I didn't realise how wonderful that place is."
Although getting to know the abandoned dogs can be heartwarming, there are still some challenges.
She explained: "Sometimes it's sad news and they lose limbs or face other life changing surgeries, but seeing how they thrive afterwards and that they're okay and how much love and attention that the Battersea staff put into these dogs is just incredible."
The 'Great British Bake Off' host previously insisted she "can never replace" Paul on the show, but she will do her best to live up to his legacy.
She said in a statement: "I am very aware that I can never replace the iconic Paul in this wonderful series.
“But if I can continue to shine a light on the brilliant work done at Battersea and help to tell the stories of these beautiful dogs, then it will be an absolute privilege to give it my all.
“I can’t wait to share the joy of their searches for new loving forever homes and hopefully make lots of furry friends of my own along the way!”
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