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.
A group of shelter dogs showcase their loveable personalities in a series of passport-style photographs - in the hope of finding their forever homes.
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AN EXERCISING turtle and an ice-skating chick are hardly everyday exploits in the animal community.
A Brit photographer has captured one of the world's most camera-shy species of fish - during a game of underwater peek-a-boo.
WITH LUSH GREEN LANDSCAPES stretching out as far as the eye can see, you're in for a treat at these one of a kind treehouses.
AIRPORT staff have been put on alert after diet pills that come in grenade shaped containers sparked security alerts.
THIS is the awesome moment an Osprey catches its prey travelling at 50mph, giving new meaning to FAST FOOD.
FLYING through the air, these delighted pooches pull their best poses mid-flight.
WITHOUT a care in the world, this little chimpanzee shows off her gymnastic skills as she swings around her enclosure.
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SKIPPING on the spot, an adorable little owl embraces the 'running man' challenge.
