Dogs and cats were out in their numbers last week taking parts in various celebratory activities across the world. Here are some furry highlights.

MARDI GRAS: Laura Walker with her dog Mimi wear patriotic clothes as part of the Barkus and Meoux Mardi Gras Pet Parade on February 7 in Louisiana, USA.

BEGGIN: In this photo provided by Purina, Winnie, a Pomeranian, participates in the 17th annual Beggin’ Pet Parade and ‘Tail’gating Party with her owner Janet Aukamp Sunday, February 7 in St Louis, USA. Thousands of costumed pets and their owners came out to celebrate one of the largest pet parades in the world.

CARNIVAL 1: A reveller participates with her costumed pet during the dog street carnival parade in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Sunday, February 7. Hundreds gathered in the streets during one of the many parades before Carnival, which runs February 12-16.

CARNIVAL 2: A costumed dog is seen during the dog street carnival parade in Rio de Janeiro, Sunday.

CARNIVAL 3: A cat dressed like famous singer Carmen Miranda is seen during the dog street carnival parade in Rio de Janeiro, Sunday.

CARNIVAL 4: A costumed dog with an unusually long tongue is seen during the dog street carnival parade in Rio de Janeiro, Sunday (Photos: AP)