It was all part of a major fundraising event at the ABC animal sanctuary in West Chiltington which was founded by the late actress Alexandra Bastedo.
Hundreds of people flocked to the event - the first held at the sanctuary, which cares for a range of abandoned or unwanted animals, since the start of the pandemic.
Volunteers were left heartbroken last week when vandals destroyed signs advertising the event.
But the event itself proved a huge success with crowds enjoying a chance to see a parade of the animls, along with a range of stalls, food and live music from Bustin A Groove.
“It was absolutely fantastic,” said trustee Cheryl Tofield-Cook. “We couldn’t have asked for nicer weather and everybody seemed to have a good time.
“So many people came to support us - we can’t thank them enough.”
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Making time for a quick nibble at the ABC Animal Sanctuary, West Chiltington. Photo by Derek Martin Photography. SUS-210409-172746008 Photo: Hilsea Portsmouth
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Trustees, Cheryl Tofield-Cook, Simon Smoker, Maggie Southwell and Gemma Page with Bluebell and Shabba. Photo by Derek Martin Photography. SUS-210409-172756008 Photo: Hilsea Portsmouth
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Fundraising 'September Spectacular' at ABC Animal Sanctuary, West Chiltington. Photo by Derek Martin Photography. SUS-210409-172806008 Photo: Hilsea Portsmouth
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Some of the visitors getting to know the animals. Photo by Derek Martin Photography. SUS-210409-172706008 Photo: Hilsea Portsmouth