Pete Wicks: For Dogs' Sake

TOWIE star Pete Wicks immerses himself in the world of dog care at the Dogs Trust rehoming centre in Basildon, gaining practical experience with the animals. During his visit he meets a pug that is facing an upcoming worrying surgery.

Mel, Murphy and Twist is a television programme presented in an episodic format. The show follows a variety of guests as they take part in different activities, offering viewers a glimpse into everyday experiences beyond the studio. Each episode is self‑contained, focusing on a specific setting or task that the participant engages with. In this particular instalment, Pete Wicks – known from his role on TOWIE – steps away from his usual surroundings and spends time at the Dogs Trust rehoming centre in Basildon. The episode follows his hands‑on involvement with the centre’s routine, giving him a chance to learn the basics of looking after rescued dogs. During his visit, Wicks becomes fully immersed in the day‑to‑day responsibilities of the shelter. He helps with feeding, cleaning, and socialising the animals, gaining a practical understanding of what it takes to keep the dogs healthy and comfortable while they await permanent homes. While working at the centre, he encounters a pug that is slated for a serious operation. The situation with the pug is presented as a cause for concern, highlighting the medical challenges some of the rescued dogs face. The episode captures Wicks’s reaction to the pug’s condition and the care required to address the impending surgery.