# Imaginary Pet Parades Improv Everywhere Cohorts Walk 2000 Invisible Dogs in Brooklyn By Cecilia Biemann | Published 2009-10-07 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pet-parades-improv-everywhere-invisible-dogs References: [improveverywhere](http://improveverywhere.com/2009/10/04/invisible-dogs/#more-1255) In the name of art, over 2,000 people of all ages and races recently participated in Improv Everywhere’s latest mission by spending their Sunday afternoon walking “invisible dogs” down the streets of Brooklyn. The leashes used in this retro toy revival project were loaned from the current owner of the factory where the invisible dog toy was invented in the 1970s. There are plenty more hilarious photos on Improv Everywhere’s blog showcasing the array of reactions the invisible dogs received from the general public. It is clear from the photos that one dog kennel in particular was not very impressed by the project, and not at all accommodating, yet cafe’s were very welcoming of the invisible dogs, with one even providing an invisible water dish out front for them. Looks like it was a lot of fun! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Internet](https://www.trendhunter.com/internet) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Retro Toy Revival:** Opportunity for businesses to revive and modernize popular toys from the past. - **Immersive Art Experiences:** Opportunity for businesses to create interactive and engaging art installations that involve the audience. - **Unexpected Reactions:** Opportunity for businesses to explore the realm of surprise and unexpected in their marketing campaigns. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Toy Manufacturing:** Opportunity for toy manufacturers to tap into nostalgic trends and recreate popular toys from the past with a modern twist. - **Art and Entertainment:** Opportunity for art and entertainment industries to create immersive experiences that actively involve the audience in unique and memorable ways. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Opportunity for marketers and advertisers to leverage unexpected and surprising elements in their campaigns to capture attention and engage their target audience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Idyllic Pet Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-best-pet-house-ever.md) - [Functionally Focused Dog Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inflatable-dogs.md) - [Dog-Focused Retail Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i-love-you-like-a-dog.md) - [Canine Sniffing Workshops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sniff-n-seek.md) - [Pop-Up Dog Parks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unleashed-dog-park.md) - [Petting Booth Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petting-booth.md) - [Artful Doghouse Design Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/architecture-for-dogs-exhibition.md) - [Connective Canine Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dog-park-app.md) - [Holographic Pet Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holographic-pet-accessories.md)