Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly

In South Shields, Graeme Hall meets Kerry, whose mischievous Terrier has made her feel like a prisoner within her own home. He also tracks down a Saint Bernard that appears to be embroiled in a power struggle among the local canine community.

is a television programme presented in an episodic format. Each installment follows the host as he investigates unusual animal‑related stories, offering viewers a glimpse into the lives of both people and their pets. The series blends factual reporting with on‑the‑ground encounters, creating a straightforward yet engaging portrait of everyday challenges involving animals. In this particular episode, the host, Graeme Hall, travels to the coastal town of South Shields. There he meets a resident named Kerry, who is struggling with a particularly unruly Terrier. The dog’s behaviour has effectively turned Kerry’s own home into a place where she feels trapped. While addressing Kerry’s situation, Hall also pursues another case: locating a Saint Bernard that appears to be caught up in a power struggle, adding a second, distinct narrative to the episode’s focus. The South Shields setting provides a backdrop for both stories, highlighting the contrast between an urban domestic environment and the broader, more ambiguous circumstances surrounding the Saint Bernard. Hall’s interactions with Kerry illustrate the personal impact a difficult pet can have on everyday life, while his search for the Saint Bernard underscores how canine issues can extend beyond the household. Together, these two threads demonstrate the programme’s aim to uncover varied animal‑related predicaments, from the intimate challenges of a single household to the more complex dynamics that can arise when a dog becomes involved in a larger power dispute.