What it takes to be an animal handler at the Bath and West show

Showing animals round is vital to generating demand for livestock Credit: ITV West Country

Showing animals is a big commitment at the Bath and West Show.

Handlers have to get up at 6am and start preparing the livestock for the show.

As well as a passion, handling animals is about making money.

Many dairy farmers or breeders will buy livestock based on what they see at the show.