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    All hail the king! Elvis Presley, that is. Today is the talented hip-swiveler's birthday, which means it is time to break out the animals and celebrate. Cats, canines and critters everywhere have their paws crossed in hopes that Elvis is still out there, walking the Vegas sands. To honor the King's birthday, his furriest fans are paying tribute by impersonating the immortal rocker and hitching a ride to Graceland. 

    CRAFTY PAWS

    "Yes, this spot-on Elvis outfit is handmade. Thank you, thank you very much."

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    KING OF COOL

    Clyde knows, no matter how dark it is, to be as hip as Elvis, you always need your shades on hand ... or paw. 

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    LOVE ME TENDER

    Whether you're a rock god, hound dog or a regular pooch, you should never lose sight of the importance of loyalty. 

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    SHINING STAR

    When you already look this good, there is nothing left to do but cover yourself in gold. 

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    ALOHA

    Being adored by everyone can be hard work. Sometimes you just need to go on a tropical vacation and purr a few days away. 

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    NOT A FEATHER OUT OF PLACE

    There is no need to worry about those complex mating rituals when you've got an Elvis-level hair swoop. 

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    LEATHER & FUR

    It's takes a certain type of attitude (and body) to pull off an intimidating all-leather look. 

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    LEGENDS UNLEASHED

    Ricky nailed the style, so it was finally time to travel to Las Vegas and fulfill his dream of being the first animal Elvis impersonator. 

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    FACE IT

    Elvis tattoos are a nice tribute and all, but what about a full-body Elvis transformation?

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    SEASON'S GREETINGS

    Don't worry, Elvis — for this look-alike, every Christmas is a Blue Christmas.

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    AIN'T NOTHING BUT A HOUND-DOG

    After getting asked for his first pawtograph, Todd knew he finally found his calling. 

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    HANG LOOSE

    Francis understands you don't choose the epically alluring hairstyle — the hairstyle chooses you.