The spotlight is on the bond we share with our four-legged friends today, International Dog Day.

The day was established for people to recognise the number of dogs waiting in shelters for new homes, while also recognising the way in which our four-legged friends assist us in so many ways as guide dogs and in therapy.

For us at Neos Kosmos, it is also a reason to share photos of our cute pets.

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Do you have a photo of a beloved furry friend to share with us? Send it to mary@neoskosmos.com.au or share it on our Facebook page and we’ll include it in our International Dog Day photo gallery.

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Tyson

Stella Papas shared a photo of Tyson, an adorable pug mix with pomeranian. “He is a great poser and sits well for his photo shoots,” says Stella.

Zac

When Victoria’s Health Minister Jenny Mikakos isn’t busy dealing with the stresses of her career in the world of politics, she relaxes with Zac.

“My dog Zac turns 10 this year. He’s a poodle cross, he’s very smart and is a much loved member of my family,” Ms Mikakos told Neos Kosmos.

Luke

“I have a rescued stray dog in Greece,” Peter tells Neos Kosmos. “I rescued him two years ago. He was dumped up on a mountain at Kalamata.  I found him, scared and skinny at the age of approximately two months. Two years later, he is the love of my life. He is the most respectful and loveable dog. He remembers me when I go away (I leave every year for five weeks).”

 

Marley

Sascha Goussetis sent us a photo of her daughter Eleni Despina and Marley on Zakynthos. From her insta:  sneakerdaddy__

Jimmy Pappas

“I adopted Jimmy seven years ago last week,” Penni Pappas, NK former journalist says. “Rescuing an animal is one of the greatest things we can do for our furry friends. Not only do you save their life, but you get to fill your house and your life with unconditional love. And it’s that unconditional love and gratitude he brings to me, my family and friends that warms the cockles of my heart each and every day.

“My dad often says Jimmy would love Greece, so he took him to the next best thing, the kafenio. Happy International Dog Day!”

Clarice

Maria Vamvakinou MP, Federal Member for Calwell, visiting Helen and her guide dog Clarice at the Guide Dogs Training Centre in Kew.

Koukla

Neos Kosmos journalist Eugenia Pavlopoulou’s cute little dog is named Koukla (Doll) for obvious reasons.

Ari

Ari is an American Staffodshire Terrier.

Lulu

Betty Karavitis shared a photo of Lulu, her beautiful mini Schnauzer.

Jerry

Souzy Makrakis sent a photo of her little Westie, Jerry, aged 3.

Bechamel

“One of the hardest things we had to do when leaving Greece was saying ‘goodbye’ to Bechamel, our 5-year-old maltipoo,” says Mary Sinanidis, NK English Editor.

Archie

“I was once told that dogs look after their humans, more so than the other way around, and in many ways this has proven to be the case with Archie,” says journalist Anastasia Tsirtsakis. “Since he came into our lives he has brought so much happiness and laughter. Though don’t be fooled by that face – he’s a cheeky boy!” (20 months old, Labrador x Border Collie)