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Thanks Brendan. Naturally 26a was my COD.

Very enjoyable challenge and a great theme.
15 might be my COTY.

Enjoyed it as a good challenge. Did notice all the dog references but didn't get the significance until a clever person on here did. Keep seeing more words linked to theme. Many condolences to B for the loss of Eddie Boy. Very sad to lose a much loved pet.

Well said, Snowwhite:-)

Pondering about the y in 11a. I wonder if it stands for year, and the solution was significant for Eddie.

smudgekent, That's the consensus.

Ah, of course - thanks guys:-)

But is it the year of 31-ion, or the birth year (presumably under the sign given in NW quadrant)?

I've no idea.

It’s both geeker

Many thanks (for answer and puzzle), Brockwell!