Pugs in Fancy Dress

Phillip and his wife Sue have been transforming their dogs Blue, Bono and Roxy, for the past six years. It started with local dog-dressing...

Phillip and his wife Sue have been transforming their dogs Blue, Bono and Roxy, for the past six years. It started with local dog-dressing competitions and making creative holiday cards for friends, but soon spiralled into a full-time hobby. They have even built a custom studio at the family home in Sonoma County, California, to take professional-standard shots. This is one of the hilarious outfits modelled by a trio of pugs who have been transformed into hobbits, rock stars and even ROYALTY. Owner Phillip Lauer, 57, said: "They are the family photos that we put up on our walls just like other people do of their kids. "Yes, it's a lot of time and effort but we have a lot of great memories and photos to share. It puts a smile on our faces, too."