We asked Echo readers to send in the best snaps of their perfect pooches, along with a few words about what makes them so special. From life-long companions to troublemakers, we loved meeting your dogs! There were so many pictures to choose from – a big thank you to everyone who sent one in – but we couldn’t manage to use them all. Here are 20 of your hounds in honour of National Dog Day (Wednesday, August 26). See if you can spot a familiar furry face …
5. George
Victoria Bramley said: George, our nine-month-old puppy. Loves the sound of his own voice and has two best friends who he is fiercely protective of in the form of my six and three-year-old. Photo: Victoria Bramley
6. Hudson
Loz Davis said: My boy Hudson, the most gentle, loving, funny baby and never left my side once for six months during chemotherapy for blood cancer. He's my best friend and I can't imagine my life without him. Photo: Loz Davis
7. Zak
Lyndsey Kelly said: This is Zak. If there's only one tiny bit of muck on a path ... he'll find it! Photo: Lyndsey Kelly
8. Frankie
Sarah Mitchell said: Our boy Frankie is a year old! He filled our hearts after we lost our other fur babies within a week of each other a year before! Your house is never a home without little paws tippy-tapping around. Photo: Sarah Mitchell