When you need a pick-me-up, there’s nothing quite like seeing a happy dog. Especially during this pandemic, we could all use something to brighten our mood. The good news is that we have 75 photos of dogs that are sure to lift your spirits. Get ready to smile.
Initially, these two were checking each other out. But it didn’t take long for them to realize they could be best friends. To solidify that, they did the best and cutest fist bump ever.
Not only is this little girl cute to look at but she also has an adorable name…Little Monkey. With a face like that, you can’t help but smile.
3. Oh my gosh, what’s that?
When first looking at this photo, you might think that’s a horse or kangaroo. It’s huge. But upon closer inspection, you’ll see it’s just a boy and his very large dog. This kid has the best protector and friend ever.
Come to find out, this precious pup broke his foot. Unable to walk on it, his owner took charge. For six weeks, this man carried his buddy. Not that’s what we call dedication and trust.
5. Nothing out of the ordinary here
Nope, it’s just a small boy cruising around with his big dog. Fortunately, this little guy has a quiet street where he and his friend can tool around without having a care in the world. This is priceless.
These dogs are having a blast. Kind of makes us jealous. The only question we have…how did they decide who’d be the pilot and who’d be the co-pilot? Let’s hope they’re current on their license to fly.
These two pups didn’t want their humans to have all the fun. So, they joined in to help build a snowman. On the other hand, they might’ve just seen the tennis ball hat and decided it was time to play fetch. We’ll never know.
8. Now that’s a birthday party
What better way to celebrate a birthday than having a bunch of your friends over for some goodies? From the looks of this, they’re having a blast. Hopefully, they didn’t get a sugar high after eating their cake.
Just like humans, dogs miss each other after being apart. Here’s proof. The second these two saw each other, all they wanted to do was hug.
It didn’t take long for these pups to become the best of friends. They spend hours wrestling and playing. And what about that amazing cabin?
Imagine coming home after a long day at work to this? With a genuine hug, this woman feels so much better. What a sweet relationship these two have.
You don’t have to be a big dog to nail wearing a tie. This puppy looks so grown up. Well, sort of, okay, not at all. But that’s okay. The look on his face…so adorable.
These chicks are a little confused. They think this big furry thing is their mom. Even with a bunch of them all over her, she doesn’t mind one bit. What a great pup.
Awe…this’ll make even the coldest heart melt. Right now, they’re about the same size. But what’s so cool is the two of them will grow bigger and older together…as pals.
This tiny pup couldn’t hold back a mighty big yawn. Although he’s still young, it won’t be long before he’s romping around and making friends with everyone.
This sweep Maltipoo puppy would much rather be on the field participating in the game. But for now, he’ll settle for cheering on his favorite team from the sidelines. Let’s just hope his cuteness isn’t too much of a distraction.
With tiny kittens in a basket who wouldn’t be? While these gorgeous dogs aren’t quite sure what these wiggly things are, they still think they’re pretty great.
18. Enjoying the easy life
With so much white on this dog’s face, it’s easy to tell he’s getting old. So, his owner decided to make daily walks easier by hauling him around in a Radio Flyer. It doesn’t get much better than this.
We’re so glad someone snapped this photo and shared it online. That gives all of us the chance to see the special bond this little boy has with an entire litter of puppies. That’s the right way to nap.
Who says that only cats can enjoy getting inside of boxes? According to this guy, they’re also great for dogs. Now, he has his own special fort and to get in, you have to know the password.
It’s a good thing this man’s new bride loves his dog because we have a feeling he’s not going anywhere. At their wedding reception, she proved her loyalty with a special dance.
If this isn’t a perfect wedding, we don’t know what is. Dressed to the nine and with all their human and animal friends in attendance, it was a beautiful occasion. We wish the couple many years of happiness.
This pup might be young but he’s not scared of anything. That includes going airborne while chasing after a ball.
Wow, we bet everyone would love to have a dog that can iron. This one does but fortunately, she performs her task without the plug in the outlet. Safety first.
We’re pretty sure that’s what this stunning dog is whispering in her mate’s ear. These two look amazing together. Their love radiates.
If a parent saw this massive dog on top of their child, they might freak out. But not this mom and dad. They know their pup is super gentle. And by the smile on their son’s face, he’s loving it.
27. Emotionally overwhelmed
While we don’t know the back story to this photo, we’re guessing at some point in this man’s life he owned a Corgi. As soon as this sweet pup walked into the restaurant, he had to hug her.
28. The best job in the world
You’d be smiling too if you were asked to pup sit these adorable creatures. What an excellent way to spend a day. Who knows, maybe she ended up taking one home.
For a dog to excel in law enforcement, they need to start training young. In our opinion, this might be just a tad too young. Perhaps this guy just wanted to show off his super adorable buddy and who can blame him?
30. They’re mine…all mine
Talk about showing off, this mama is so proud of her litter she wants the entire world to see her babies. They’re so tiny and too cute for words.
Do you get the feeling this sweet pup is up to something? Yeah, we do, too. Maybe he had a slight accident by the door because his owner couldn’t get up fast enough to open it. Just saying.
This is both funny and sweet. It seems as though this dog really likes cheeseburgers. So, everyone needs to leave her alone so she can chow down in peace.
33. A beautiful friendship
It’s not every day that you see a dog and horse hug…but it should be. These two live on a farm together and soon after meeting, they became inseparable. We love it.
34. Finding a forever home
At first, it looks as though this dog is growling and lunging at someone. But the real story is he was just adopted from an animal shelter. So, he’s smiling and wiggling out of sheer excitement of going home with his new dad.
This dog was thrilled to have someone throw him a birthday party. But as you can tell from the hat, perhaps he went a little overboard. What a goofy boy.
36. She outgrew her human
What’s a guy to do when that happens? Nothing. The cool part, this man bought this dog when he was a tiny puppy.
These pups are so fluffy they look a lot like bear cubs. The woman who took this photo said she prefers sending out random shots instead of selfies.
While this woman gives lots of attention to one pup, another sits nearby patiently waiting for his turn. If she has a strong connection to both of them, she may end adopting two dogs.
39. “Where have you been?”
These two adorable dogs were only separated for a few minutes but by their reaction to seeing one another, it could’ve been years. They’re siblings after all so they have a unique bond.
Let’s all hope the person who owns this dog has a big shower or bath tub. Otherwise, they may need to head to the car wash. In the meantime, this guy’s having a blast.
Okay, so this is how you do it. First, wait until the other party isn’t paying attention. Second, cock your head to one side and stick out your tongue. Third, quickly poke your face in front of the camera. Great job.
And if you have a dog, you’ve probably experienced this for yourself. You know, the cute face looking up at you at 5:00 a.m. to see if you’re awake? You can’t get mad.
43. Missing half of his body
We’re pretty sure his legs are under that muck somewhere. But this is downright hilarious. While this sweet girl rolls around in mud, we can all watch from a distance and stay clean.
This adorable dog is doing his best to reach an itch. But we get the feeling he might need some assistance. Is there anyone willing to scratch this pup’s back?
Most dogs love the water. But as this pup shows, he loves the entire ocean. What a wonderful way to spend quality time with a pet…sailing on a lazy Saturday afternoon.
As you probably know, Bloodhounds have an incredible sense of smell. That’s why they’re often used for search and rescue operations. This time, the pup found his owner getting off the elevator.
This man was looking to adopt a dog but it had to be the right one. When he met a St. Bernard named Betty Boop, it was love at first sight for both of them. And the rest is history.
Pit Bulls get a bad rap. As long as they’re raised by responsible owners, they make incredible pets. This is one example…a child wants to make sure her pup’s teeth are healthy and he’s happy to oblige.
49. Just what the doctor ordered
Even without a medical license, we’re pretty sure this dog has healed all kinds of ailments, especially broken hearts. He has an excellent remedy…lots of hugs and kisses. Oh, and he’s a great listener, too.
50. Too handsome for words
Not only does this good-looking fellow grab the attention of people, but he’s been known to capture the hearts of several lady dogs. His silky fur and loving eyes make him irresistible.
Just like his owner, this dog is a diehard sports’ fan. But since he can’t read, he has to rely on his human to let him know when to cheer.
This Shih Tzu has an amazing owner who loves her to pieces. He takes her for long walks and they even watch Wheel of Fortune together. In return, she gives him plenty of hugs.
Wow, almost everyone would love to have a job that involves reading to dogs. As therapy animals in training, they need to learn how to listen and this is one way to accomplish that.
Some people find it hard to believe that cats and dogs get along. But here’s proof. Not only do they mingle but these two have become best friends.
This adorable pup wants nothing more than to be just like his dad. So, with red sneakers, now they can both go jogging at the park in style.
56. Is it love or is it chocolate?
It’s true this guy was enjoying some chocolate, which prompted the dog to come to him. But we’d rather believe the pup wanted some love. Besides, chocolate isn’t good for canines so a huge will have to do.
With a goofy face like this, what’s not to love. If I had a dog that did this, I’d be laughing all the time. And, she loves having her picture taken.
58. The Lion King…sort of
This man holds this cute pup up so that all the other dogs know he reigns supreme. As the smallest of the pack, this’ll help boost his self-confidence.
While many dogs hate getting a bath, this handsome boy looks eager to get the process going. After all, he knows how good he’ll look and smell when done. That means more cuddle time with his human.
As the result of stepping on an IED while in Afghanistan, Sgt. Eric Hunter suffered severe injuries. But while rehabilitating, he didn’t have to go it alone, He had amazing support.
This Great Dane plays it off like he’s letting this kitty hug him because he’s nice. But we think there’s a deeper connection between the two. Just look at his face…his expression says he loves it.
Believe it or not, this pug named Jenny likes to ride her bike. Her owners take her out frequently so she can enjoy her favorite pastime. While at it, she makes a lot of people smile.
While visiting Disney World with their service dog in tow, one family ran into Mickey Mouse. But instead of their pup being afraid, she made an instant connection. The nose to nose touch is super sweet.
When bringing a newborn into the house, it’s important to properly introduce any pets. But as this guy shows, he’s going to be this baby’s great protector…now and forever.
65. That face…that adorably dirty face
Seeing his dog come inside like this had him laughing. Usually, Samoyeds are fluffy and white. But in this case, well, she must’ve found a muddle puddle.
This pup might’ve lost both his hind legs but that hasn’t stopped him from finding treasures. In his mind, why bring back a stick when you can get this?
67. Will the real Teddy please stand up?
Okay, there’s a difference but you have to admit these two do look a lot alike. And as soft and fluffy as this pup is, she could easily pass as a stuffed animal.
Hey, if you have a sidecar and no person to enjoy it, why not take your pups out for a ride? That’s what this guy did. And from what we can tell, they’ve loving every second of it.
Being away from a pet is not only hard on the individual but also the animal. This man served in Afghanistan. And when he returned home, his dog was beside himself. That’s what a reunion should look like.
70. “May I have one, please?”
Isn’t this sweet? This pup waits patiently for his favorite human to give him a treat. We see something special developing here.
Right now, this K9 harness is a tad too big for this puppy’s body. But someday, he’ll become a big boy. For now, we can all get a kick out of this photo.
72. The best kind of visitor
Being in the hospital is scary, especially for young children. After receiving approval, the hospital staff allowed her parents to bring her furry friend in for some much-needed encouragement.
Huskies have a lot of fur. So, when they’re not in a cool environment, they can overheat. When this little guy’s owners felt he was getting a bit too warm, they came up with a perfect solution.
Okay, so while the chicks aren’t her real babies, don’t tell this dog that. She loves them like her own and takes amazingly good care of them. But you wouldn’t expect anything less from a Labrador.
We’re not sure if the owner had a portrait made of his dog or if he found a dog that matched an existing painting. Either way, they look almost identical. And that smile is awesome.