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Talking about Bilbo's vet bill, Ms Terry said the unforeseen cost meant she had to cut back.

Dee Terry from Durrington in Wiltshire had her German spitz, Bilbo, neutered last year - but the procedure led to an infection, leaving her with £1,200 in unexpected vet bills.

The story is set in the fantasy world Middle-earth and follows the hobbit Bilbo Baggins on a quest to find treasure.

Previously known for: The U.K. version of “The Office,” as Ricky Gervais’ droll underling Tim and “The Hobbit” trilogy in the role of heroic Bilbo Baggins.

The tale of Bilbo Baggins and his adventures through Middle Earth was written by Tolkien during his time in Oxford.