Lizbud,

It's an abuse against common sense. A really dumb idea.
Check out this book on painting cats. I got it as a gift and it's a hoot. Totally harmless as they use food coloring. Some of the cats are gorgeous!!!

http://www.whypaintcats.com/

THIS is my favorite. Too bad they didn't paint Bush's face there instead. How apropeau (sp?) would THAT be??