A drag competition for dog lovers and their furry companions has been hosted at a Dalston bar.

RuPaws Drag Race was hosted at Kraft Dalston Bar and Restaurant in Hackney.Hackney Gazette: The winning dog was Italian Greyhound GimperellaThe winning dog was Italian Greyhound Gimperella (Image: Amie Barron/ Animal News Agency)

The pups were guided by the night's guest of honour, drag star Shaar Cooterie, who hosted the event.

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The winning pet was Gimparella (aka Tofu), a two-year-old Italian greyhound owned by Anthony Kuomi. 

Hackney Gazette: The dogs were kitted out in brightly coloured wigs, to satin dresses and fluffy co-ordsThe dogs were kitted out in brightly coloured wigs, to satin dresses and fluffy co-ords (Image: Amie Barron/ Animal News Agency)

Anthony said: "She is the queen of the resting b*tch face.

"She has huge ears, like huge. We get excellent phone signals in our house because of them, she’s the best.

"Everything about her is unconventional, from her ears to her personality, she's beautiful inside and out and she brings joy to everyone she meets." 

Hackney Gazette: Drag performer Shaar Cooterie hosted the eventDrag performer Shaar Cooterie hosted the event (Image: Amie Barron/ Animal News Agency)

Anthony dressed Gimparella in a series of colourful outfits for her winning performance.

The event was organised by online database for dog owners Wagit on January 29.

Hackney Gazette: The event was hosted at Kraft Dalston Bar and RestaurantThe event was hosted at Kraft Dalston Bar and Restaurant (Image: Amie Barron/ Animal News Agency)

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Nadia Leguel, founder of WagIt, said: "The atmosphere was amazing. A real example of how dogs can bring people together.

The great thing was that the manager of the venue was a bit hesitant when we first met, but by the end of the event he was having such a good time...

"For people to spend more time with their dogs, being able to have fun on a Sunday without having to leave your dog behind is really important for dog owners. I hate leaving my dog Lola at home!"

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