THIS week's Star Pet is rescue cat Murphy.

Owner Gemma Rathmell said: "He has a heart murmur but he is the most loving trusting cat I've ever known.

"He is a true gentle giant with our six-year-old autistic son and four-year-old daughter - we love him dearly."

Send your Star Pets to cf.gazette@nqe.com with your name, address and why you love them.