The World Cup may be long over, but preparations are in full force for the next major global sporting event. Can't wait 'til then? Introducing.... the Animolympics! Check out these 18 athletes who are fur-iously training to become the next world champions.
1. Water polo Source
They're new to the sport and just learning the basics, but clearly these are future Olympians in the making.
2. Tennis Source
The balls are in her court. Is she ready for them? Only time will tell.
3. 100-meter dash Source
It's a mad mad donkey dash to the finish line, folks.
4. Hurdles Source
She's a hare's breath away from victory!
5. Long Jump Source
Go big or go home!
6. Diving Source
A true athlete never accepts failure, but dives back in to try again.
7. Judo Source
Always root for the underdog. Especially when he's under the cat.
8. Fencing Source
En garde! Touché!
9. Soccer Source
That's a paw-ball. Free kick!
10. Synchronized swimming Source
They're the clear favorite for a medal; don't bother hedging your bets.
11. 400-meter freestyle swimming Source
Stay in your lane, and fight the current to the finish line.
12. Volleyball Source
A triumph of canine coordination for the win!
13. Trampoline Source
Outfox the competition with a flawless routine.
14. Rhythmic gymnastics Source
Behold, the elegance! The grace! The artistry!
15. Shooting Source
Bullseye! Or rather, llamas-eye.
16. Dressage Source
It takes countless hours of practice to hone such delicate technique.
17. High jump Source
Bonus points for the use of a beach ball in the landing.
18. Boxing Source
And last but not least... One of the most tenacious pug-ilists the sport has ever seen! [