CHARLIE Dimmock's elderly pet dog Teddy is helping the Hampshire TV gardener to back a campaign to encourage dog owners to get their pets checked out for arthritis.

The Ground Force star from Romsey is supporting the Hip Hip Hurray Canine Arthritis Awareness campaign which aims to make more dog owners aware of the signs of osteoarthritis. Charlie said: "I will be taking Teddy for a check-up."

Log on to www.dogarthritischeck.com for a list of participating Hampshire vets.