12 Animals That Ran for Political Office

Dogs — and cats, chimpanzees and beer-drinking goats — have tossed their leashes into the politics ring. While the White House still hasn't gone to the dogs, so to speak, animals have nabbed high-ranking positions in city governments and made runs for Congress.

We offer a mental break from the presidential race with profiles of 12 animals that had political ambitions. Take a flip through the gallery for our favorite partisan puppies and constitutional kitties.


Source: 12 Animals That Ran for Political Office [WOOF]