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Best ‘Santa Paws’ costumes at Christmas parade – in pictures

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Best ‘Santa Paws’ costumes at Christmas parade – in pictures

Dogs of all shapes and sizes took part in the festive parade (Picture: Tolga Akmen/EPA)

Things were furry and festive in central London today as more than 100 dogs donned Christmas outfits for a fundraising parade.

The animals and their owners made their way from St James’s Park toBuckingham Palace, via the Mall this morning.

It was all part of the Rescue Dogs of London Christmas Jumper Parade.

The event, organised by the Rescue Dogs Of London And Friends, raises funds for Hungary Hearts Dog Rescue and ZEM Rescues, which rehome dogs from overseas.

Prizes for the best-dressed pets were awarded in Green Park, next to the Palace.

Among those vying for the coveted titles were several four-legged Santas, puppy elves and a French bulldog dressed in a chic red beret and pink jacket adorned with red bows.

A Christmas jumper parade for corgis will be held in London on December 7 and a Christmas Hyde Park sausage dog walk on December 15 will see dachshund join the festivities.

epa11749234 A dog participates in 'Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade' event in London, Britain, 30 November 2024. The charity event, attended by over 130 people, aims to raise funds for dog rescue charities Hungary Hearts Dog Rescue and ZEM Rescues in London with a competition for Best Dog Christmas Jumper and march to Buckingham Palace. EPA/TOLGA AKMEN
Money raised will go to rescue charities (Picture: EPA)
People and dogs take part during the Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade, in central London. Picture date: Saturday November 30, 2024. PA Photo. Photo credit should read: James Manning/PA Wire
Some dogs skipped the walking bit (Picture: James Manning/PA Wire)
People and dogs take part during the Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade, in central London. Picture date: Saturday November 30, 2024. PA Photo. Photo credit should read: James Manning/PA Wire
Going for the matching look (Picture: James Manning/PA Wire)
epa11749198 People and their dogs march down The Mall as they participate in 'Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade' event in London, Britain, 30 November 2024. The charity event, attended by over 130 people, aims to raise funds for dog rescue charities Hungary Hearts Dog Rescue and ZEM Rescues in London with a competition for Best Dog Christmas Jumper and march to Buckingham Palace. EPA/TOLGA AKMEN
Strutting their stuff on the way to Buckingham Palace (Picture: EPA)
People take part during the Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade, in central London. Picture date: Saturday November 30, 2024. PA Photo. Photo credit should read: James Manning/PA Wire
A four legged elf (Picture: James Manning/PA Wire)
People and dogs take part during the Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade, outside Buckingham Palace in central London. Picture date: Saturday November 30, 2024. PA Photo. Photo credit should read: James Manning/PA Wire
The parade gathers outside Buckingham Palace (Picture: James Manning/PA Wire)
People and dogs take part during the Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade, outside Buckingham Palace in central London. Picture date: Saturday November 30, 2024. PA Photo. Photo credit should read: James Manning/PA Wire
Prizes were given out for the best dressed dogs
(Credits: James Manning/PA Wire)
People take part during the Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade, in central London. Picture date: Saturday November 30, 2024. PA Photo. Photo credit should read: James Manning/PA Wire
Two adorable ‘Santa Paws’ (Picture: James Manning/PA Wire)
epa11749229 People and their dogs participate in 'Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade' event in London, Britain, 30 November 2024. The charity event, attended by over 130 people, aims to raise funds for dog rescue charities Hungary Hearts Dog Rescue and ZEM Rescues in London with a competition for Best Dog Christmas Jumper and march to Buckingham Palace. EPA/TOLGA AKMEN
We’re not sure what’s going on here but hopefully a happy encounter (Picture: EPA)
epa11749228 People and their dogs in costumes participate in 'Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade' event in London, Britain, 30 November 2024. The charity event, attended by over 130 people, aims to raise funds for dog rescue charities Hungary Hearts Dog Rescue and ZEM Rescues in London with a competition for Best Dog Christmas Jumper and march to Buckingham Palace. EPA/TOLGA AKMEN
More festive cuteness (Picture: EPA)

It was a rather mild day in the capital today, with average temperatures of around 13C, so perfect for a walk with your four legged friend.

But with the recent chilly weather, you might be wondering when is it too cold to take your pet out?

Earlier this month Lorna Winter, co-founder of puppy training app Zigzag, offered her expert advice on cold weather and dogs.

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