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Arfur the Robot Dog back in 1981 having his 15 minutes of fame. Arfur, the tin dog created by Steve Brooks of east London, approaches a lamppost, March 1981. Brooks spent nine months and almost £2,000 creating his unusual pet. (Photo by Stanley Lewis/BIPs/Getty Images) Steve Brooks of east London with his electric robot dog. …

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Most likely the prototype Sparko, as distinguished by the dents and course finish of the side of his body, unless he's undergone some damage somehow.  Its been suggested by others that Sparko only moved his hind legs, and that his front 'paws' were rollers.  From photographic evidence, I believe Sparko was built faithful to the …

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