Hello Tamara, thank you for taking our 20 questions. Before we start with the questions, what can we expect to see you doing in the near future?

Hello, my new jewellery range is available from QVC. Anyone who is interested in having a look can go to www.qvc.co.uk

1) Tell us about your pets. Names, breeds and ages.

I have BALTHAZAR – he is a beautiful miniature apricot poodle who just had his 13th Birthday. My daughter Anouska has LUX a beautiful black miniature poodle who has already had a litter of 5 and has just turned 1 1/2

2) When did your interest in pets/animals begin and how long have you been a pet owner?

As long as I can remember I have adored all animals. The Beatrix Potter books probably helped and I can clearly remember my first pet which was a gerbil called Blossom – I must have been about 7.

3) International and domestic attitudes towards dog ownership vary greatly from place to place. You spend much time in London, how is dog ownership different there compared to other places you have been?

I think most Brits are potty about their animals. We are under the impression they are little humans. My father’s Pointers are living the life of Reilly, pampered beyond belief. The continentals definitely treat them more like animals. They get given whatever food the families are eating; absolutely no dog food out of a tin for them!

4) Robert Benchley famously said “A dog teaches a boy fidelity, perseverance, and to turn around three times before lying down.” What have you learned from your dog?

They teach you that dogs are your best friends whatever. There is nothing to beat that little face when you come home. I love how they follow you around and are up for a cuddle at anytime. I think it quite clearly shows us we are not meant to be solo!

5) In which one way do you believe dogs to be a superior life form to humans?

I think the fact that they are loyal to the death shows us up the most.

6) It has been said that people nowadays see dogs as fashion accessories. What are your views on this?

I tend to believe that, especially with the handbag sizes or teacups as they are more professionally known as. I think it is wrong and these people are brainless. I just hope some of these twits tire of their pets and send them to live with responsible foster families who have a garden!!!!

7) It was said some time ago on a well known British sit com that the perfect woman would have Kylie Minogue’s bum, Claudia Schiffer’s legs and Cindy Crawford’s face. Using this logic, can you please create your own perfect fantasy dog?

I adore my poodles. They are the best dogs I have ever encountered…. There is nothing I would change.

Which aspect of dog ownership would you remove from your daily routine if you could?

Pooper scoopering!!!!!!

9) Match the following famous people to a breed of dog

Tara Palmer Tomkinson – whippet
Pete Doherty – Blood hound
Piers Morgan – Terrier
Tony Blair – Mutt
Britney Spears – Saluki
Wayne Rooney – Mastiff

10) Which do you prefer and why?

Big dogs or little dogs – I like all dogs, but for me in London a small dog is the way to go.

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Caprice became a household name for her modelling career, but has since used her name to become an established business owner, developing her own nationwide lingerie range with Debenhams and a haircare range. As an actress, Caprice has received rave reviews for her West End performances.

Hello Caprice, thank you very much for taking the time to speak with us and answer our questions….you have the sort of dream job and looks that most young girls dream about. You’ve also just moved into acting so please give us an insight into what you’re currently working on and what we can expect to see from Caprice in the future?

1) Tell us about your pets. Names, breeds and ages.

I have a Chihuahua, 10 months, called Stinker.

2) When did your interest in pets/animals begin and how long have you been a pet owner?

We always had pets growing up. When I turned 17 I left home to go to New York to start modelling. I could hardly support myself at that time let alone a pet. So I haven’t had a pet up until now.

3) Your modelling career took off in New York when you modelled for Calvin Klein and were an instant hit. This then propelled you into becoming the face of Pantene, Wonderbra, Diet Coke and much more. Who were your idols while you were growing up in California and did you pursue modelling or did it come to you?

I never thought of being in the entertainment business as a child, I wanted to be the governor of California. An owner of a modelling agency found me and said I could make a lot of money so a year later I was off to New York.

4) You are clearly a huge dog lover but have also enjoyed a very busy, high profile professional career, can you ever recall times when you have wanted a period of independence, with no animal responsibilities or has the presence of animals in your life contributed positively to your personal and professional life?

Stinker is like my child. I love going home to her every night. She is such a joy. I can’t believe I went all of these years without a dog. However, it is a huge responsibility, but also the biggest joy of my life.

5) What are you looking forward to achieving by the time you reach 40?

When I am 40, I think my life will be full of children and I will probably be more involved with various charities. My work of course will remain a predominant part of my life. I am a workaholic because I am very fortunate and absolutely love what I do.

6) There’s an old adage, never work with animals or children. Can you recall any times when you wished you’d taken heed of this advice?

I remember taking Stink on a shoot with me. She isn’t very good at going to the restroom on her pee pee pad so you could imagine what happened. She made mistakes not only once …. try 4 times. It was quite embarrassing.

7) What has been your biggest professional thrill to date?

Probably when I performed in the West End production of Rent.

8: Describe an average day at home with your dog.

Last Sunday we went to Blockbuster and got 3 movies, went back home got into bed and cuddled for 8 hours watching spooky movies.

9) Match the following people with a breed of dog…

Rachel Hunter – Great Dane
Naomi Campbell – Pug
Jim Carey – Jack Russell
Vinnie Jones – Bulldog
Calvin Klein – Poodle

10) Which do you prefer and why?
    
       Big dogs or little dogs – Little dogs, easier to take care of.
       Pedigree dogs or x breeds – Doesn’t matter ….as long as they are loved.
       Days off or days at work – Days at work, I love working.
       The quickest route or the scenic route – Quickest route ….time is money.
       Lead and collar or dog running free – Lead and collar …. couldn’t imagine loosing my dog I would be devastated.

11) Time to be controversial. You are on holiday with your pets and turn up to book yourself into a nice hotel. The manager quickly ushers you outside and explains that you are welcome to stay but ‘your animals are not welcome here’. Do you…

a) Refuse to give them your custom with the theory that ‘if you don’t want my pet then you don’t want me’?  
        
 b) Drop the ‘do you know who I am’ bomb and see if they will make an exception?

 c) Accept the decision politely, making a note to find a more pet friendly hotel in the future?

 d) Explain that your pets are equally as well behaved, clean and well mannered as most young children and are less likely to get plastered in the evening, wake up the rest of the hotel by singing God Save the Queen at full volume on their way back up to their room before throwing up in the ornamental fish tank on the landing in the early hours of the morning?

Leave, C.

13) Describe the last time you…
      Had to shout at your pet –  I shouted at my pet when she went number two on my carpet right in front of me.

      Had to go to the vet – I had to go to the vet to get a rabies shot for her passport.

      Didn’t get the job you wanted – I was up for a huge campaign and asked for too much money and lost it. However that is the nature of the business …. you win some and you lose some.

      Thought about getting another animal (besides what you have already) – I am actually getting another Chihuahua soon.

14) Your job must give you the opportunities to fly all over the world, when you travel, does your dog travel with you, if so, what tips would you offer our readers when travelling with their pets?

Stinker has just had everything sorted out for her, which means she is now able to travel with me everywhere!

15) It would appear from looking at all your various business pursuits that you fit the bill of ‘not just a pretty face’, what’s your most enjoyable professional pursuit, modelling, acting, singing or do you get a kick out of the business side of life?

I love the business side of what I have created. It is the most rewarding both financially and mentally.

16) Finish the following sentence:

My dog is…..is one of the most important things in my world.

17) Earlier this year we crowned the UK’s Coolest Canine, a German Shepherd who saved her owner from a house fire. If you were entering your dog into the UK Coolest Canine competition what would be your dogs biggest claim to fame/talent/party piece etc?

This is probably her claim to fame, her first cover.

18) What is the most extravagant item that you have bought for your dog(s)?

Everything my dog has even her food is better than most humans, top of the range, organic.

19) Owning a pet, as you must know, influences lots of lifestyle decisions, where you live, the car you drive and much more, what sort of car do you drive and how does your dog travel [Boot] [Front Passenger Seat] [Back Seat] [Dog Box] [Other]

I own a Mercedes and my dog constantly plants herself on my lap and doesn’t move.

20) This is always a tough question and often requires a fair degree of thinking time but….
If your dog(s) had the ability to speak and answer one question and one question only, what would you ask them and what do you think that they would say?

Me: Stink why do you insist on going pee-pee all over the house?

Stink: Because I like to mummy.