Pooch Perfect (UK)

There has been no shortage of hairy hounds in lockdown for this brand new competition series. Dog fanatic Sheridan Smith and her fluffy co-host Stanley are on a mission to find the nation’s best dog groomer. In this first heat, the four groomers are given one of the most popular breeds to grace British salons - the long-haired shih tzu. Next the groomers need to let their imagination off the lead when they give four curly-coated canines a cute teddy bear trim to parade on the dogwalk in front of their owners.

The final set of quarter-finalists turn some scruffy but adorable bichon frisés into beautifully shaped white clouds, then trim their dogs' coats to create an homage to a place close their hearts.

In the semi-final, the last four competitors groom lamb-like Bedlington terriers. The groomers must also identify the parent breeds of a number of crossbreeds.

The three finalists execute one of the toughest challenges in the industry – a continental clip on an elegant standard poodle.