15 Pictures Of Wiener Dogs In Costumes Having The Time Of Their Lives

    I see wiener dogs everywhere I go.

    Brad Esposito
    by Brad Esposito

    BuzzFeed News Reporter, Australia

    1. On Saturday, wiener dogs of all ages and sizes came together in Melbourne, Australia, to participate in the second annual "Running of the Wieners" dachshund race.

    2. There were multiple heats throughout the day, as well as a costume parade full of short lil' doggos in adorable costumes, like this:

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    Look at that big ol' smile.

    3. Some puppers were not so humble about their apparent speed, donning superhero costumes as they waited for their heats.

    4. And others were happy to just have a laff.

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    5. The Running of the Wieners is held by Dachshund Rescue Australia to raise funds for the charity.

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    6. Those who aren't really into the running part of the day take the opportunity to really go all out when it comes to their costumes.

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    This little girl's named Zena and she is dressed like a tank. Because why not?

    7. Some seemed a bit timid.

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    8. Others, slightly aggressive.

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    9. There were wiener Pokémon trainers...

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    10. And smart-lookin' good boys, like this:

    11. Police were in attendance, for safety.

    12. And some couples chose to make the special day even more special.

    13. These two jailbirds actually won best dressed.

    14. And these two were just happy to get some air below their paws.

    15. Enjoy this final dash: It's the last organised mass wiener dog race you'll see all year.