11 dogs struttin' their stuff at the Mardi Gras dog parade

New Orleans really does have a parade for everything

Groups of dogs gathered on Feb. 8 for the 23rd annual Mystic Krewe of Barkus parade, which features dogs and their owners dressed in costume.

See also: Did not wake up like this: Westminster's craziest dog grooming routines

The Mystic Krewe of Barkus was founded in 1992 after Thomas Wood brought his dog to a meeting at a bar and some patrons complained about it.

The parade features a king and queen canine that ascend through the ranks of dog royalty. All registration fees and proceeds from the parade benefit what its website describes as a "worthy animal welfare group." Read more...

More about Lists, Animals, Dogs, Watercooler, and New Orleans



from Mashable http://ift.tt/17OV2yB

via IFTTT