‘Dog' man in Japan rents out canine costumes so others can live animal dream
A Japanese man who went viral for mimicking a dog has launched a new business renting out his dog costume to like-minded people.
As a result, he hopes those who share his interests, will be able to fulfil their dream of 'becoming an animal'.
The man, known as Toco, from Saitama prefecture, east-central Honshu, Japan, had dreamed of becoming a dog since childhood.
He decided to pursue his dream and, to make it a reality, spent 2 million yen (US$13,000) to buy a costume from a company specialising in film props and designs. One of Toco's fake canines rolls around like a happy, real dog. Photo: Instagram/@ toco.ev
He chose a costume of his favourite dog breed, the collie, which weighs 4kg and features a movable mouth, tail and paws.
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