Gavin & Stacey star Joanna Page says she was thrilled to play a puppy in an animation for the charity Guide Dogs.
The 44-year-old, who was Stacey in the cult comedy, narrates the three-minute clip as Flash, a cartoon version of a real four-month-old Labrador.
Flash was named after one of Britain’s first ever guide dogs, a German shepherd trained in 1931.
Joanna said of the film, which showcases the volunteers who raise puppies: “It was such a pleasure to meet the real-life Flash.
“Her name carries so much history for Guide Dogs in its 90th year and I’m delighted to help the charity tell the story of Flash and other life-changing dogs.”
The mum-of-three has campaigned in support of Guide Dogs for many years.
Her new film shows some of the scenarios volunteer puppy raisers should expect.
It starts with Flash learning obedience and how to ignore distractions.
By the end of the film, Flash is fully trained and confidently leading her owner along a pavement.
Lara Rivans, head of volunteering at Guide Dogs, said: “We want to raise awareness and thank over 14,000 amazing volunteers who give us... 13 million hours of support each year.
“Without them, we wouldn’t be able to help the thousands... who use our life-changing services.
“By supporting Guide Dogs and sponsoring a pup like Flash, you can help us change even more lives.”
