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Dec 4
25m 56s

The Yorkshire Shepherdess and the myster...

Bbc Radio Ulster
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The Yorkshire Shepherdess chats about her farming life, her pets and new book.

Dr Karen Brady introduces AM & Rob to the remote control squirrel helping to train Guide Dogs.

You can contact vet Rob Adams any time with your queries to alrightpet@bbc.co.uk

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