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Pickles and the World Cup
In 1966, the World Cup was stolen in the build-up to the tournament in England.
A massive police hunt was launched, but in the end a dog called Pickles saved the day.
His owner, Dave Corbett, recalls how the pair became national celebrities.
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BBC World Service Online
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