FROM MRS Patmore to Lady Sybil, these barking mad illustrations show the WOOF-er side of some of our most loved Downton characters. The art works entitled 'Houndton Tabby', were designed by illustrator and artist Kim Parkhurst, 39, after she combined her love of drawing and Downton Abbey. 'I've been painting portraits of animals in historical costume for some time,” explains New Yorker Kim. “I've taken some familiar and beloved characters whose demeanour, personality, and appearance seemed to translate to certain breeds of dog or cat. 'I got to thinking about Mr Bates' character and storyline, and Brendan Coyle's facial structure, and how he could look hard but also had the warmest, kindest eyes.
Pouncing down on top of his twin brother, these two snow leopard cubs practice their kung-fu moves .
NEVER mind being careful not to choke on your food, this mother bird has a bigger challenge on her hands, as her ravenous offspring impatiently launches its head down into her stomach .
THROWING himself off 1,100ft bridges in a wheelchair, this is the PARALYSED base jumper who knows no fear .
SNOWBOARDING in your £2,000 wedding dress sounds like a nightmare for most brides .
MOUTH OPEN wide, this little stoat appears to be in mid-song as he belts out a tune for his onlookers .
A unique business in Birkenhead, Merseyside is sure to leave you HALF-CUT with its unusual pub and barbers combination .
A panic stricken kitten that got her head stuck in a car tyre has been freed by quick thinking RSPCA staff .
Playing, splashing and generally messing around, these polar bears show they certainly have a soft spot for the water, and not just each other .
A British photographer has captured the beauty of London in a stunning series of landscapes shots .
This starling and prairie dog will not back down an inch as they have a fearsome stand-off over who gets to eat a nut .
PUSHING the diver out of his way, this little sea turtle shows he’s not in the mood for photographs .
