Dozens of colourfully dressed sausage dogs have taken part in Krakow's annual dachshund parade.

The 18th annual parade was held in the Polish city on Sunday, attracting hundreds of animal loving visitors.

The diminutive dogs and their owners marched through the Old Town whilst brass bands kept time, before taking part in the grand finale - a fancy dress competition and catwalk.

Among the competitors were dogs dressed as astronauts, fish, and of course hot dogs. The winner, however, was one poncho wearing Mexican themed pooch.

"They are individualists. They reign over their owners and the whole house," said parade participant, Aniela.