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'Paw-cassos' create artwork for charity
Rescue cat, Banjo, with his artwork

Cats produce virtual paintings to raise funds for Cats Protection

Creative cats at Cats Protection’s Belfast Adoption Centre have produced some unique artwork in order to raise money for the charity.

Residents of the adoption centre were given a tablet and painting app, in order to avoid dirty paws, to make virtual paintings expressing their creativity.

The unusual project has provided the rescue cats with hours of stimulation and enjoyment and hopes to raise vital funds for the charity so they can continue to help more cats and kittens this winter.

Bel Livingstone, manager of the adoption centre, explained: “We always knew our cats were special but I really didn’t realise the wealth of untapped talent here. Everyone’s welcome to come along and view the cat art on display and of course take the opportunity to meet the artists.”

Volunteer Valeria Higgins, who initiated the project, said: “The cats displayed very different artistic styles. Some were very keen to start painting and would cover the whole canvas within a matter of seconds, while others would look at the screen and ponder what they wanted to draw – ending up with just a single paw print in the middle of the painting. All the artwork is totally unique.”

One of the feline "Paw-cassos" in need of a new home is affectionate three-year-old Banjo, whose use of blobs and splotches, combined with pleasing colour combinations, makes for a unique and thought-provoking home decoration.

The cats produced a total of 39 paintings, with prices starting from £1 for a small print and framed paintings for £10. The art was on sale at Cats Protection’s Christmas Craft Fair in Belfast on Saturday, November 30.

Images courtesy of Cats Protection

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Free webinar explores congenital heart disease in dogs

A free webinar is to provide veterinary professionals, dog breeders and pet owners an new insights into congenital heart disease.

Chris Linney, a cardiology specialist and Veterinary Cardiovascular Society (VSC) member, will present the webinar from 7.00pm to 8.30pm on Wednesday, 12 November.

Dr Linney will explore the types, causes and clinical presentation of congenital heart conditions. This will include diagnostic approaches, treatment pathways and emerging research opportunities.

The session is the third to be organised by The Kennel Club, with the VCS, following an introductory webinar and a talk on acquired heart disease. Dr Linney's webinar consists of a one-hour presentation, followed by a 30-minute question and answer session.

Dr Linney said: "This webinar will be an opportunity to deepen understanding - not just of the diseases themselves, but of how breeders, vets and owners can work together to support affected dogs and improve outcomes for future generations."

Click here to register for the webinar.