Dachshunds don Santa suits and festive hats for Hyde Park Sausage Dog Walk
Sausage dogs joined in the Christmas celebrations at Hyde Park, showing off costumes, hats, and jumpers as they went walkies.
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Your support makes all the difference.Dachshunds sporting Santa suits, elf costumes and Christmas tree hats took to the streets of London in the annual Hyde Park Sausage Dog Walk.
Owners and their sausage dogs came together donning festive fancy dress to celebrate the season.
Red was a popular colour this year with many four-legged friends suited up in Santa capes and hoods.
One dog was dressed in a classic elf suit while a pair of canines wore matching Christmas tree hats topped with a yellow star.
Others were styled in sparkling, blue tinsel wrapped around their neck.
Meanwhile, others opted for a more subdued look choosing cosy, tasteful Christmas jumpers.
Prizes for the top three best-dressed dogs will be awarded at the Physical Energy statue in Kensington Gardens.