BBC Breakfast's Jon Kay interrupts show after 'scary' off-camera moment

Jon Kay was forced to step in on BBC Breakfast on Wednesday morning, after a behind-the-scenes interruption.

The presenter and co-host, Sarah Campbell, were mid-discussion following the use of AI by clothing companies, instead of real models.

As they were speaking to model Felicity Hayward, who admitted that using AI-generated models instead of real people to promote clothing was a "scary" concept, Jon jumped in to address a "scary" noise heard off camera.

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"That was quite a scary sound we just heard in the background there," he remarked.

"That was one of our next guests, an item about dogs, but we will ignore the barking."

As the interview with Felicity concluded, Jon noted: "The barking has stopped, our next guest has calmed down."

The source of the disruption was a retired police dog named Fiji, who was waiting for her moment on camera.

Fiji later graced the screen, and viewers learned about her six years of service as a police dog, including a life-saving intervention in a suicide case, reports the Express.

Co-host Sarah highlighted the incredible "time, effort, and bond" that goes into training police dogs like Fiji.

With Fiji now settled and quiet on the studio floor, Jon quipped: "Fiji is now fully relaxed, having heckled our earlier items with her barking."

Audiences were charmed by Fiji's appearance, with social media comments reflecting their affection. One viewer posted: "Aww, he's lovely."

Another chimed in with a sympathetic observation: "Aww, he looks hot."

This incident comes just a few weeks after another retired police dog stirred up a bit of mayhem on BBC Breakfast, with the Thin Blue Paw Foundation making another appearance on the iconic red sofa.

During Naga Munchetty and Charlie Stayt's segment, dog Marco couldn't stop barking and even stood up, distracted by something off-camera.

"Everyone stop moving," Naga playfully cautioned. "Our floor manager has just run out, so that's fine."

She further commented: "Lots of people will be concerned because he's barking that he's not loving it, but he's ok, is he?"

Naga received assurance from Marco's handler Laura that his antics in the studio were perfectly "natural".

BBC Breakfast airs from 6am on BBC One and iPlayer.