A HEREFORD boy has won a family adventure holiday after being declared the UK winner of a global drawing competition.

George Rocke, age 6, took part in a drawing competition called #DrawMeYourFamily, run by Beaphar, a pet healthcare and pharmaceutical manufacturer.

The company held the competition to celebrate how children view their pets as one of the family.

Lucy Rocke, George’s mum, said: “George’s two favourite things in life are his pets and drawing. George has been diagnosed with ADHD and has trouble expressing his feelings and we have found he can do this through his love of art and drawing.”

She continued: "When George is having a bad day or a mad moment we can find him sat with his cat upstairs or with the dogs. His connection with animals is such a beautiful thing to be around. George has a soft beautiful soul.

"Winning means so much to George, he can be down on himself a lot, and this really has lifted his spirits and shows him how brilliant he is.

"We, the family, are all so very proud."

Dr Sue Huggett, UK business manager of Beaphar UK, said: "We were so impressed by all the entrants to our #DrawMeYourFamily competition and would like to thank everyone for their entries.

"The pictures really emphasised the idea that children think their pets are as much a part of the family as their parents or siblings."

She added: "George's picture was one that stood out, and having learned a little more about his family we are thrilled to give them such an amazing prize."