Guinea pigs ham it up for costume competition
06.09.11
This ingenious character is Barney and, in case you're wondering how such a creature should become public by a fetching aloha shirt, it's all because of the talents of his enterprising holder.
Jo Livingston, of Jerrabomberra, fashioned his outfit out of a stubby holder on the circumstance of the July Capital Country Cavy Club show in Queanbeyan, which featured an inaugural guinea pig livery contest.
A Goulburn mother and daughter entered their guinea pig in a custody-crocheted apron and hat, and small milk bucket, alongside a shapeable Hereford cow. The idea was the pet was a milkmaid.
And another small girl donned a foster's costume and brought along her guinea pig, with red spots like it was a touch unwell.
More guinea pigs in desire dress are expected at the club's coming show, slated for September 18 at the Scout Amphitheatre on Erin Street, Queanbeyan. Anyone interested in entering their own guinea pigs, seeing lots of cavies on show, or speaking to other guinea pig fans can communicate along.
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Source: The Canberra Times