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.
FLEXING his muscles and staring straight at his opponent, this bodybuilding squirrel is the nuts .
LYING back in the snow, these two polar bears share a cuddle as they call time out on playtime .
WHETHER FLOATING through space or diving underwater, a lucky baby boy enjoys once in a life time experiences - in his DREAMS .
LEAF-ing much to the imagination, this camera trickery is blooming marvellous .
FROM a Kung-Fu professional to a mini incredible hulk, these are the babies you wouldn't want to mess with .
AN EXERCISING turtle and an ice-skating chick are hardly everyday exploits in the animal community .
Destroyed buildings and overturned cars are seen after a huge tornado struck Moore, Oklahoma, near Oklahoma City, May 20, 2013 .
With their guts spewing and eyes hanging out, these are the cuddly toys children might be reluctant to curl up to .
A striped marlin means business as it spots lunch and spears a small fish .
PUCKERING up and enjoying some quality time, these are the most lovable monkeys on the planet .
SURROUNDED by divers, a hungry green sea turtle enjoys being the centre of attention .
An intrepid explorer hopes to be reunited with his travel partner, after his cuddly toy companion was stolen .