As we floated past rows of towering ahuejote trees, all was peaceful, save for the barks of a small dog running along the shore.

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In the picture book category, Rebecca Cobb - who has illustrated books by The Gruffalo creator, Julia Donaldson - has been shortlisted for Lunchtime, while Chris Haughton features for a second year running with Oh No George, about a dog who tries very hard to be well-behaved.

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The man, who was seen running in and out of traffic with a St Bernard dog, is described as white, about 5ft 8in and weighing approximately 18 stone (114.3kg).

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Launching its annual A Dog is for Life, Not Just for Christmas campaign, the NCDL said its rehoming centres were already running out of places.

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