Dogs received the honorable title as man's best friend long ago, and for good reason. Today, National Dog Day, we celebrate our favorite canines - their undeniable loyalty and love for their humans.  

Red and Rover by Brian Basset

We won't get into the "Are cats better than dogs?" argument, BUT let's just say dogs are really smart. When you're sad, they know it. When you're not looking, they eat the brownies on the table. Geniuses, really.

Brevity by Dan Thompson

Unlike cats, dogs are easily read. They have consistent interests (sticks, tennis balls, belly rubs, walks, chasing the mailman); therefore, they're easily pleased as well.

Half Full by Maria Scrivan

To the advantage of their humans, dogs wear their feelings all over their faces. Who tore the cotton from the throw pillows? It wasn't your cat. It was the animal cowering in the corner, head lowered and unable to make eye contact with you.

Four Eyes by Gemma Correll

Dogs give us a million reasons to love them, to rescue them and to make them a part of our families

1 and Done by Eric Scott

Here's to the dogs that more accurately own us, than us them.

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