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Pooch Perfect: A triumph, a tantrum and tears – Rebel’s got her hands full

Who knew a dog-grooming show could have so many twists and turns!
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The very first episode of Pooch Perfect did not disappoint!

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Not only was Rebel Wilson a LOL, but her co-host, Russell was too!

MUST WATCH: First look at the all new Pooch Perfect with Rebel Wilson

The 10 teams of two were given three hours to produce a ‘family dog’ makeover on pooches that were kindly donated for the experience, by their families.

After some tears and missing shears, time was up, which meant it was time for the pets to do a lap of the ‘dogwalk.’

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Alicia and Michaela gave Lolly a makeover fit for a princess, while Annie and Brad’s Baxie was cheered on by the audience, only to be given an average critique by the judges, Amanda Lewin and Colin Taylor.

Shayla and Chris’ dog Jack was also given average reviews, while Nikki and Wendy’s Harry White, and Davina and Natasha’s Scruffy got the thumbs up.

Red
Red – before (Credit: Channel 7)
Red
Red – After (Credit: Channel 7)
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Prue and Cailtyn’s project, Rupert, looked unrecognisable after his handsome glow-up, as did Shiloh, thanks to Sue and Lee.

And of course there was the gorgeous Red, who looked just like a teddy bear because of Jackie and Chelsea’s handy work.

Monique and Tash were applauded for their amazing work on gorgeous Mika, but unfortunately for Annette and Lisa, it looked like they’re going straight to elimination for their work on Lewy.

Lolly
Lolly – before (Credit: Channel 7)
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Lolly
Lolly – after (Credit: Channel 7)

Time to announce the first winners of the competition.

‘I thought Lolly looked so great because you guys really thought outside the box,’ Amanda told Alicia and Michaela.

Colin added that the spiral trim around Lolly’s leg gave the look ‘wow-factor.’

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‘We might have won as a groomer, but Lolly won for us,’ Alicia told viewers after receiving their sash.

And it’s not just the girls who took home a prize, Lolly won a $2000 gift voucher to spend at Pet Barn! 

Alicia and Michaela
Alicia and Michaela (Credit: Channel 7)

Annette and Lisa were the first team going into elimination, followed by Annie and Brad.

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Amanda announced the final team as Shayla and Chris. ‘I’m gutted,’ Shayla said. ‘I’m having too much fun to go home yet,’ Chris added.

Their next challenge? To spruce up three rescue dogs.

Shayla and Chris were matched by Isabella, a recently adopted pup who had surgery to remove an eye.

Bobby the Jack Russell would be getting a makeover from Annette and Lisa, while Benson was getting a zjoosh from Annie and Brad.

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Isabella
(Credit: Channel 7)
Bobby
Bobby (Credit: Channel 7)
Benson
(Credit: Channel 7)

Isabella proved tricky because of the trauma suffered from her missing eye, which meant Shayla and Chris had to approach their groom differently.

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‘The dog comes first,’ Shayla said, admitting that she hoped their struggle wouldn’t affect the judges’ verdicts.

Brad’s superhero groom for Bobby was a reflection of his personal life. He told the group that his partner Jason was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer.

The show favourite broke down, leaving the room to gather his thoughts.

Rebel took a moment to be with him and give him a hug. It was a beautiful moment.

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At the end of the day, the judges thought Annette and Lisa’s ‘lion cut’ on Benson was too basic.

Annette said she was ‘confused’ by the critique, but said industry peeps would see big things from her and Lisa in the future!

Brad and Rebel
Rebel comforts Brad. (Credit: Channel 7)
Annette and Lisa
Annette and Lisa are the first eliminated. (Credit: Channel 7)
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