http://www.ibtimes.com/national-dog-day-2015-quotes-cute-pictures-celebrate-mans-best-friend-2068132Wednesday is National Dog Day, a celebration of man’s (and woman’s) best friend. Founded in 2004, National Dog Day is intended to be an observance to both honor your pets and remember how many dogs still need to be rescued, according to the holiday’s website.
Between 37 and 47 percent of all households in the United States have a dog, which shakes out to about 80 million dogs total, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. The most popular breeds are retrievers, German shepherds and bulldogs.
Whether you’re celebrating your pup with an extra treat, a long walk or an end-of-the-day cuddle session, make time to paws and read these quotes, collected from Goodreads, Dogtime and BrainyQuote:
“Happiness is a warm puppy.” ― Charles M. Schulz
“A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself.” ― Josh Billings
“Petting, scratching, and cuddling a dog could be as soothing to the mind and heart as deep meditation and almost as good for the soul as prayer.” ― Dean Koontz
“Did you know that there are over three hundred words for love in canine?” ― Gabrielle Zevin
