8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown is a crossover between the panel games "8 Out of 10 Cats" and "Countdown". The show follows the format of "Countdown", but with hosts and contestants from "8 Out of 10 Cats", and an emphasis on humour. The first episode aired as part of Channel 4's "mash-up night" on 2 January 2012; the first full series was aired in July 2013 and multiple series have since been commissioned. Episodes feature Jimmy Carr as host; two teams of two contestants feature in most episodes, with Sean Lock
Battersea Dogs & Cats Home week at Battersea in July 2007. The programme was presented by Matt Baker and Selina Scott. Since 2012, ITV's "" has been filmed at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home. The show won multiple awards including two National Television Awards for 'Factual Entertainment'. In June 2016, the home featured in a Channel 4 series called "Rescue Dog to Super Dog", made by Plimsoll Productions. Battersea Dogs & Cats Home is supported by a host of high-profile celebrities who attend Battersea's events, support campaigns and rehome animals including Tom Hardy, Jeremy Irons, Simon Cowell, Sue Barker, Anthony Head, Samantha Barks, Sue Perkins,