Never judge a book by its cover or a cat by its face – Billy might look a bit grouchy but really he’s the purr-fect feline friend.

The nine-year-old colourpoint Persian was nominated for Pet of the Day by Leah Arnold from Dartford.

Billy likes cheese and sleeping on the sofa.

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Despite disliking cuddles, and even with his slightly miserable face, he shouldn’t be seen as Billy gruff.

Leah said: “I raised Billy from three weeks old and was told by the vets he wasn't going to make the night. I took him home and stayed up with him all night. After two weeks of hand-feeding every two hours he made a full recovery and is now mine and my boyfriend’s absolute world.

“If he is on the sofa I will sit on the floor!

“He might have a grumpy little face but to me is the most perfect best friend in the world.”

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