Sykes (dog)
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Sykes (est. 2001 – June 2019) was a dog actor from Clifton, Oxfordshire, England. He was best known in the UK for his appearance as Harvey in Thinkbox's television commercial and, under his real name, in Midsomer Murders (series fourteen to eighteen, inclusive). He also appeared in several Hollywood blockbusters, as well as a UK TV movie, several series, and a miniseries. Originally found as a stray, he was owned by animal trainer and stunt dog specialist Gill Raddings. Since January 2016 Sykes had been in semi-retirement with him no longer being displayed as available for hire on Gill Raddings' agency website. In September 2016, Midsomer Murders announced that Sykes had retired. He died in June 2019.
Other name(s) | "Harvey" ; Sykes of the Manor; "Sykesie" |
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Species | Dog |
Breed | Terrier Parson Russell |
Sex | Male |
Born | Sykes est. 2001 believed to be in Clifton, Oxfordshire, England |
Died | 15 or 16 June 2019 (est. age of 18 years)[1] |
Nation from | United Kingdom |
Occupation | Dog actor |
Years active | 2003 –16 |
Owner | Gill Raddings |
Appearance | Black and white fur |