Britain's Got Talent judge David Walliams has been heavily criticised by BBC The One Show viewers for his uncomfortable behaviour on the programme.
The author brought his dog Ernie onto the show to discuss his brand new book, The World's Worst Pets - but fans were confused as to why he was getting too 'touchy' with the pet.
On the Thursday evening episode, David told host Ronan Keating: "I've got two border terriers - Bert and Ernie - and they're really well behaved. He couldn't really be in it because he's so good."
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Birmingham Live reports that viewers were left distracted by the stars actions as he showed some affection to his pooch.
The viewers flocked to social media to share their opinions, with one Twitter user writing: "#TheOneShow really I’m having my tea, don’t wanna see @davidwalliams stroking a mutts genitalia. Disgusting."
Another said: "What is David Walliams doing to that dog? #TheOneShow."
And a third wrote: "Why is David Walliams doing that to his dog on #TheOneShow?"
However, some viewers were loving the appearance of David's dog on the show, with one Twitter user saying: "David William’s Dog is the real star of The One Show tonight. #theOneShow."
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And another agreed, writing: "Im just here for that dog #TheOneShow."
A third said: "@davidwalliams dog is absolutely adorable. So relaxed and well behaved #dogs #dogsoftwitter #TheOneShow."
And a fourth added: "The way David is holding his dog is adorable #TheOneShow."
Others said: "OK it's official @davidwalliams has THE cutest dog!!! #TheOneShow."
David Walliam's new book, The World's Worst Pets, was released on April 28 and is available nationwide.
The One Show airs weekdays at 7pm on BBC One.
