Irish TV vet Noel Fitzpatrick in tears as he explains importance of ‘being useful’

TV vet Noel Fitzpatrick broke down in tears as he described comforting the owner of a dog in his care which almost died twice (Picture: Steve Parsons/PA)

Irish vet Noel Fitzpatrick broke down in tears as he described comforting the owner of a dog in his care which almost died twice.

The veterinary surgeon, who came to prominence through the Channel 4 television programme The Supervet and will soon be embarking on a live tour, said he had an overwhelming feeling of being useful as he held the woman.