City business owners nominating pet dog for mayor

As far as politicians go, Onyx has more than two legs up on the competition: He keeps his nose to the ground, and he's not afraid to shake hands.

The drooling might cost him a few votes, though.

This weekend, the race for Annapolis mayor is going to the - well, you know.

Beginning with tomorrow's First Sunday Arts on West Street event, a downtown business couple is nominating their 2-year-old Chow and Labrador mix in a goodwill campaign for the city's highest office.

For a dog, the candidate does have a high profile. Shoppers on West Street usually spot Onyx lying in the doorway of the Art FX gallery under the...