Pet Mayor Election Stars

July 10, 2009

I recently attended the Pet Mayor election in Montclair, California. Organized by the Montclair Veterinary Hospital, it's the longest running event of its kind and one of just a handful of major elections worldwide where non-human animals are the only permitted candidates. Proceeds benefit the hospital's Pet & Wildlife Fund. No hanging chads here, but plenty of hanging tongues. The winner and new mayor is Little Bear, seen below with owner Barbara Price.

I received some terrific images from the event that perfectly captured the spirit of the day. Credit for all goes to Eliot Khuner.

First up is "Rico," a Portuguese water hound that may be White House bound in future.