Animal magnetism: Celebrities and their treasured pets

It’s confirmed, being a dog owner is good for you. Esther McCarthy spoke to four celebrities about pride in their pooches.

They’re humans’ best friends, the canine companions who provide creature comforts to their loving owners. Now some of Ireland’s best-known dog owners have spoken of their close connections with their pooches, and how they have enhanced their lives with unconditional love.