Magicians and musicians are usually the entertainment of choice for simchas. But, for dog-loving Gali Kosiner, who celebrated her batmitzvah this month, her father had arranged a canine surprise: a troupe of performing dogs.

VIP Lounge in Edgware was transformed into a doggy show-ground complete with fences and tunnels as 10 dogs showed off their talents to bemused guests. A barking idea, but what next, a wedding woof-ruf?