Hi folks, Tony here. As I was throwing away last year's diary and calendar, I was reminded of probably the most random question I have been asked in all my years as a Dog Listener (and sometimes they can get very random) - by one of the months that featured a nice young lady holding a snake. 

A client once asked me what her dogs would do in the event of a snake attack. Now, I would understand if she was living in rattlesnake territory, but as they lived in North London I thought it not a pressing issue. I did give an answer based on the decision and calm reaction of the leader being key, but it has popped into my head from time to time, and Miss July reminded me once again.

However, this time I can offer a visual demonstration courtesy of my Mum, Jan Fennell, as she took her dogs down the lane opposite her house:

I can assure you that no snake was harmed in the making of this film. Curiosity killed the cat, but the dogs listened...

I'm in Australia now, so I'll test this theory with the various beasties that live there. Wish me luck with the sharks....

Cheers, Tony