For International Dog Day (Friday, August 26) we’re putting the spotlight on your beloved family pets to celebrate all of the happiness those perfect pooches bring to your life.
Founded in 2004, the awareness day celebrates dogs of all breeds and shines a light on those across the globe who still need to be adopted or re-homed.
Ahead of International Dog Day’s arrival this weekend, we called on North East families to share their own photographs and messages in honour of their animals.
Let’s take a moment to appreciate how much happiness, love and warmth pets bring into our homes.
Thank you to everyone who contributed a photo – we’re just sorry we can’t share them all!
21. Mirror image
Time to relax on International Dog Day - Derek and Sally take a nap. Being this cute is hard work! Photo: Vicky Hedley
22. The squad
The gang's all here, present and correct for International Dog Day. Meet Xena, Freddie, Willow, Solo, Dixie, Meg & Berry. Photo: Amanda Crowe
23. Baby boy
Winston, age 22 months, shows us his cutest face for the camera. Happy International Dog Day Winston! Photo: Clare Marshall
24. The boys
A smart picture of Duke and Bruno for International Dog Day - look at those faces. Photo: Vicky Cooper