How to modify an animated gif file and retain it animation?

Question

I downloaded a Xmas Cat gif file where the cat wags its tail (really cute), but want to change the collar with a heart to a star (so it's more appropriate to send to people like my manager!).

http://www.fionasplace.net/Christmasdownloads/Fionaschristmasdownloadpage.html

But after I modify the gif file in Paint or Microsoft Photo Editor, the gif file becomes still image only. How can I modify an animated gif file and retain its animation?

Thanks so far. (But those links from thedeath don't work). I tried two real gif editors, and they all muck up the final animation to force me to pay like USD$30 to register! Does anyone know a free animated gif editor that won't do this?

Answer 1

you can use the following softwares to do your requested .gif file image editing neatly

1. JASC - Animation Shop
2. ADOBE - Image Ready

Answer 2

Hi!

You need to use a real GIF Editor (try searching for this) or Animated GIF Editor :)

Good luck!

Answer 3

there are certain software which design to do that kind of editing stuff, search it on web. i know you can

Answer 4

TRY These >>
http://www.vnunet.com/vnunet/downloa.../swf-extractor

http://www.eprg.org/projects/SVG/flash2svg/
http://www.eprg.org/projects/SVG/fla...swfformat.html