Calling all doggo aficionados!
Whether you call it Dog Appreciation Day, International Dog Day, or simply Dog Day, one thing is certain: Monday, Aug. 26 is the day to celebrate our canine companions.
People from across the globe are sharing their love for their furry best pals on social media, and #InternationalDogDay has been the top global trend on Twitter for six hours and counting.
So totally blown away at the love people have for dogs, as we trend #1 WORLDWIDE for the 6th consecutive hour! GO DOGS!!
— National Dog Day™ (@NationalDogDay)
Vancouverites are not shy about sharing their puppy love, either. From Pet-A-Palooza to neighbourhood parks to comfy couches, locals are sharing images of their pooches living their best doggo lives.
Have a look at some of the most adorable recent snaps from around the Lower Mainland below.
International Dog Day: Stellar SnapsÂ
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Next year, International Dog Day will fall on Wednesday, Aug. 26.
Interested in more doggo-friendly fun? Be sure to check out this canine-friendly art class on Saturday, Sept. 7.