THE RSPCA is encouraging people to benefit animals when they buy their Christmas gifts this year.

The charity has launched a new photography website, where people can buy Photos of animals ranging from crocodiles to cats.

The site, www.rspca-pix.com, also has photos of landscapes.

All the photos in the nine themed collections were taken by the world’s leading nature photographers.

You can buy the photos framed, on canvas or have them printed on mugs or T-shirts.

For every purchase made on the site a percentage of the sale will go towards the RSPCA’s work in combating animal cruelty.

Andrew Forsyth, RSPCA photo library manager, said: “The site features a fantastic collection of images taken by some truly talented photographers.

“Whether you want to buy your favourite photo as a gift for someone or simply for your own enjoyment it really does have something for everyone.”