Fans Rally Around Jeremy Clarkson’s Girlfriend as New Puppy Problem Emerges at Diddly Squat Farm

Jeremy Clarkson’s partner Lisa Hogan has received a wave of public support after revealing an unexpected challenge involving the couple’s new puppy at Diddly Squat Farm in Oxfordshire. The light-hearted setback, shared on social media, quickly drew responses from fans who have followed the ups and downs of farm life through the hit series Clarkson’s Farm.

Hogan, 51, has become a recognisable figure in her own right since joining the Prime Video series, frequently appearing alongside the former Top Gear presenter as the pair navigate the unpredictable realities of rural life. The Irish former actress and model, who began dating Clarkson in 2017, has taken on an increasingly visible role both on the farm and within the show’s expanding fan community.

The series, filmed at Clarkson’s Diddly Squat Farm in Chadlington, documents the everyday decisions, frustrations and unexpected hilarity that come with running a modern farm. While Clarkson’s outspoken personality remains a central draw, Hogan’s calm pragmatism and dry humour have earned her a devoted following among viewers.

A Puppy With a Growing Curiosity

The latest challenge at the farm, however, did not come from weather, livestock or local planning disputes — but from the couple’s young puppy, Margaery. In an Instagram post shared this week, Hogan revealed that the energetic pup has developed a fascination with the farm’s pond, which has sparked a series of small but persistent household disruptions.

Posting a photo of the dog and addressing the situation directly, Hogan wrote:
“Margaery, we have a problem. Ever since she’s discovered the big water, she’s upturned her, her mother’s, and her aunt’s water bowls. Advice, anyone? We are swimming here in the dog room.”

The message was met with a flood of sympathetic and amused responses. Many fans shared their own experiences with playful and water-obsessed puppies, reassuring Hogan that the behaviour is common and often temporary.

Fans Rush in With Advice

One fan suggested a very practical solution:
“Get a heavier bowl — it worked for us.”

Another commenter offered a more philosophical approach, comparing the puppy’s behaviour to childhood exploration:
“I call this the explore or nursery school stage. A bit like soft play for kids. Rotate her toys to keep her interest, and a heavyweight bowl may help too.”

A third added their own story, noting that the phase often passes on its own:
“Our Standard Schnauzer pup, Mervyn, would splash around in his water bowls every evening — blowing bubbles, tipping them upside down, pulling them off the side of his crate. After a few weeks, the novelty wore off.”

Fans also offered humour, encouragement and even photos of their own mischievous dogs, turning the post into an impromptu community discussion about the shared trials and joys of pet ownership.

A Growing Public Figure

While Clarkson’s Farm has largely focused on Jeremy Clarkson’s often chaotic attempts to run his agricultural venture, Hogan has steadily become one of the programme’s most beloved figures. Her presence on the show provides a counterbalance to Clarkson’s larger-than-life personality — and her interactions with staff, villagers and viewers have helped humanise the reality of life behind the cameras.

In interviews, Hogan has spoken openly about the couple’s partnership on and off the farm, acknowledging that their dynamic mix of humour and tension helps both the show and the business operate. The pair, who live together in Oxfordshire, have faced a range of challenges — from weather-related crop failures to bureaucratic battles over planning permissions.

Despite these issues, Hogan has frequently emphasised her enjoyment of rural life, calling the farm “a wonderful, mad rollercoaster of work, animals and the unexpected.”

A Community Familiar With the Unexpected

The unexpected “puppy problem” is hardly the most dramatic event to occur at Diddly Squat, but fans responded warmly — perhaps because it shows the more domestic and relatable side of life on the farm. Many viewers expressed appreciation that Hogan shares the small frustrations alongside the larger farm-wide challenges, giving audiences a glimpse into the everyday moments that never make it into the final television cut.

For fans, the moment also serves as a reminder of the show’s appeal: beneath the arguments, the machinery failures and Clarkson’s famously colourful commentary, the world of Clarkson’s Farm is built on a community of real people responding to real problems with humour, patience and ingenuity.

As for Margaery, supporters seem confident that the energetic puppy will eventually grow out of her newly discovered love of splashing — though many joked that Clarkson may be facing a few more watery surprises before the phase ends.

Whether the “big water” obsession continues or not, the incident has once again highlighted the light-hearted charm that has helped Clarkson’s Farm become one of the most watched documentaries on Prime Video — and has brought Lisa Hogan an enthusiastic and fast-growing fan base of her own.