By Sheetal Kumari | July 28, 2025
A goat named Bode Ioiô once won a mayoral vote in Brazil, symbolising protest against politicians.
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Bosco Ramos, a black Labrador mix, served as honorary mayor in Sunol, California.
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A mule named Boston Curtis was elected in Washington as a prank to expose blind party loyalty.
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Duke, a Great Pyrenees, ruled Cormorant, Minnesota, loved for his friendly nature and cool demeanour.
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Clay Henry, a Texas goat, gained fame for drinking beer and being elected multiple times.
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Goofy, a mischief-making dog, was voted mayor of Rabbit Hash during a quirky community event.
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Max II, a golden retriever, served as the dog mayor of Idyllwild for nearly a decade.
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Murfee, a therapy dog from Vermont, used his position to fund local community spaces.
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Stubbs, a tailless cat, famously led Talkeetna, Alaska, for 20 years with charm and naps.
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Caligula nearly made his beloved horse Incitatus a Roman consul, pampering him royally.
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