'Lil dachshunds racing in costume are just the medicine you need

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'Lil dachshunds racing in costume are just the medicine you need
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Dachshunds. In costumes. Racing.

The Teckelrennen Annual Dachshund Race took place Saturday in Melbourne as part of Hophaus' Oktoberfest celebrations. The annual "running of the wieners" raises money for Dachshund Rescue Australia.*

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The cylindrical 'lil pups could win costume prizes, or show off their short-legged athleticism in a 15-metre (49-foot) sprint.

Words don't do the cuteness justice, so without further waffle, here are the pictures.*

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Image: HOPHAUS ANNUAL DACHSCHUND RACE 2016/BRENDAN LLOYD


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