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Kathryn Williams

The trampolining boxer dog from John Lewis Christmas advert has died

Buster the trampolining boxer dog from the 2016 John Lewis Christmas advert has died. The bouncing boxer, whose real name was Biff, made TV watchers all over the country smile that festive season with his jubilant jumping on a brand new trampoline set to a cover of One Day I'll Fly Away.

Biff, who was 12 and lived in West Northamptonshire with his owner, Jan Patten, is said to have suffered seizures before passing away, reports the Daily Mail and Ms Patten posted the news on social media. she told the publication, later: "'Biff was a very much loved family member, and everyone that met him loved him too. His fame gave us the opportunity to raise funds for animal charities.

"Biffy and I had a really special bond, and no matter what I asked of him, whether it would be new tricks, displays, meet and greets, or photos with children, adults, and animals, he would happily oblige, with the patience of a saint.

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