Ronnie's Animal Crackers

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  • 2013
  • 1 Season

Ronnie's Animal Crackers was a BBC One television series that aired in 2013, starring Ronnie Corbett as himself. The show was a light-hearted and entertaining look at the world of animals, with a particular focus on the British countryside and the wildlife that can be found there.

Throughout the show, Ronnie Corbett would present a series of sketches, interviews and features, all centered around animals and their behaviors. He would be joined by various celebrity guests, who would also share their own stories and experiences with animals, as well as provide insights into their habitats and behaviors.

Some of the topics covered in the show included animal rescue, the use of animals in art and literature, animal behavior research, the history of domesticated animals, and even the use of animals in cuisine. Each episode would typically focus on one or two specific animals or topics, and every segment would be packed with interesting facts and information.

One of the most memorable features of Ronnie's Animal Crackers was Ronnie's hilarious and often irreverent commentary on the animals he encountered. He had a knack for putting a humorous spin on even the most serious or mundane topics, and his encyclopedic knowledge of animal trivia and behavior made him a perfect host for the show.

At times, the show would also take a more serious tone, as Ronnie would delve into the challenges facing many of the animals featured on the show. From the struggles of endangered species to the plight of domesticated animals living in poor conditions, the show never shied away from tackling important issues related to animal welfare.

One of the most impressive things about Ronnie's Animal Crackers was the depth of knowledge and research that went into each episode. Whether it was exploring the intricacies of animal behavior or examining the ways in which humans interact with animals, the show was always informative and engaging.

Overall, Ronnie's Animal Crackers was a wonderful, lighthearted look at the world of animals, with plenty of laughs, surprises and insights along the way. With Ronnie Corbett's trademark wit and expertise, the show was a must-watch for animal lovers of all ages.

Ronnie's Animal Crackers
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Episode 6
6. Episode 6
November 4, 2013
In the final episode, a resolution to Ronnie's own troubled dog's story? The Secretary from the Kennel Club, Caroline, returns to visit Ronnie and his wife Anne to reveal the results from the DNA swab she took from his dog Baz. The results will hopefully show something in Baz's bloodline that might help explain why he's been in such a state, and point a way forward... We meet Donna, one of the few people in the country authorised to look after bats at home. Since 1997 Donna has been running a bat hospital and rescue service, dedicating her life to these endangered creatures. We follow her side-kicks Graham and Ross as they go on one of a hundred emergency bat rescue call outs they have every year. A little pipistrelle bat is rescued after being mauled by a cat; but will it survive? And we meet a breeder of one of the most unusual animals to be called a household pet, the pygmy hedgehog. Michaela admits that these tiny curious little creatures satisfy a maternal instinct in her, now that her own children are growing up. Please note, this version may differ slightly from the UK TX version.
Episode 5
5. Episode 5
November 4, 2013
The world of alternative therapy is well known in humans, but there are complementary therapists for pets too; and they claim to be able to heal even relationship problems. We meet Ruth who has a parrot and a dog, both rescued animals, but who are at war with one another. Ruth is desperate for a solution and takes them to complementary animal healer Elizabeth to see if she can offer any help.Ronnie's own new dog Baz is a troubled chap, and has so far failed to bond with him. As a rescue dog, his background is a complete unknown. Ronnie can only even guess what breed he might be. But he is beginning to suspect that perhaps there might be a clue in his pedigree that could help explain this behaviour. We also meet Mel and Mike in Northumberland. Although neither of them have a background in farming, they now own and breed fifty alpacas. These extraordinary "camelids" originally from the Andes in South America are bred for their fine and expensive fleece. Please note, this version may differ slightly from the UK TX version.
Episode 4
4. Episode 4
November 4, 2013
Ronnie returns to the rescue centre where he got his dog Baz. He learns that Baz was only one day away from being put to sleep before he was rescued.The world of pigeon breeding and racing is one where perhaps surprisingly significant fortunes can be made. We meet successful pigeon breeder Mark from Yorkshire as he proudly shows off Champion Shadow, his favourite breeding male pigeon, worth £70,000 at his peak.And we enter the astonishing world of haute couture for dogs. Top fashion model Tuuli, has a tomboyish whippet called Beans. Tuuli would love her to be more ladylike and embarks on an image makeover. She is fitted out with a bespoke dog coat from leading canine clothing designer. Tuuli is well connected, her partner is fashion photographer Rankin who normally photographs the likes of David Bowie or Kate Moss. Please note, this version may differ slightly from the UK TX version.
Episode 3
3. Episode 3
November 4, 2013
A rather unorthodox approach is being taken by some in the UK when working with troubled animals: telepathy. We meet pet "˜psychic' Michelle, who believes she can get inside the mind of animals.We also meet Bumble, an amazing seven year old Labrador owned by Demi. Bumble is a disability assistance dog from the charity "Dogs for the Disabled", owned by university student Demi who is wheelchair bound. She's one of only 280 of these dogs in the UK that can fetch, things, answer the phone, open doors and even empty a washing machine for their owners.In complete contrast, we meet retired couple Sue and Bryn who arrange a lavish, no-expense spared family wedding... for their Norfolk Terrier dogs Darcy and Todd. Please note, this version may differ slightly from the UK TX version.
Episode 2
2. Episode 2
November 4, 2013
Marlene is a highly successful champion breeder, but her beloved Persian cats -she has forty of them at home -are falling out of favour with cat show competition judges. And the reason is their noses. Marlene's cats have a "traditional" face with a long nose, but the trend in recent years has been to breed Persian cats with scrunched up faces, and short noses.We meet Corinne, a breeder of some unique and valuable French bulldogs; they are blue! Her favourite dog is Joules, a pampered diva.And Ronnie himself has his own issues to address. His new rescue dog Baz continues to give him heartache. Baz is comfortable with Ronnie's wife Anne, but he has yet to give Ronnie the love he's used to receiving from his pets. Please note, this version may differ slightly from the UK TX version.
Episode 1
1. Episode 1
November 4, 2013
A new fad in dog grooming from the States is causing a storm here in the UK: creative grooming. Dogs' hair is shaped and coloured in ever more extraordinary and bizarre designs; for instance, a poodle cut to look like a panda or cartoon character. We follow two arch rival groomers, Su and Tanya, as they compete with poodles Bella and Barney in a nationwide competition to become English Stylist 2013.We also meet horse breeders Sharon and Derek in Hampshire. A riding accident changed the course of Sharon's life, forcing her to abandon riding and take up breeding. She chose miniature horses. These pint-sized horses are the size of a pony but have the same proportions of a regular horse. Please note, this version may differ slightly from the UK TX version.
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  • Premiere Date
    November 4, 2013