It’s time again for International Dog Day, celebrated annually on 26 August, and our focus goes to all the pooches which have captured our hearts.

Whether they are just little lap dogs or exercise buddies, there’s no denying how important these lovable fur babies are. Lockdown has made their presence even more important.

So celebrate them today with plenty of cuddles, attentions and extra treats. And, make sure you send us your pictures so that we can add them to our photo gallery below.

READ MORE: Neos Kosmos readers share photos of their pooches for International Dog Day

Send pooch pictures to mary@neoskosmos.com.au and your famous pet may be featured in Saturday’s issue of Neos Kosmos too!

Simba enjoys hugs and cuddles. Photo: Helen Ficatas
Who wouldn’t want a beautiful dog like Danny in their lives? Photo: Supplied
Rafa (L) and Archie (R) are best of mates and bundles of joy.
A Greek dog, like Ricky, knows how to drink his frappe.
Ricky peruses his coffee.
Blitz, Nala and Tala having fun in the park.
Meet Lucy Panagopoulos. How cute is she? Photo: Supplied
Here is Sammy, 12 years old. We occasionally call him Σάββας. Either way, he’s a good boy! Photo: Elliot Giakalis

Irresistible Bella, going for a drive with her mumma! Photo: Supplied

 

Meet Angel, a cutie if ever there was one. Photo: Melanie Strathern

Joom Lilburne couldn't decide which photo to send. Meet KiKu, a pooch full of personality. Photos: Supplied

Joom Lilburne couldn't decide which photo to send. Meet KiKu, a pooch full of personality. Photos: Supplied

 

Dear beloved Yoshi has class and style! Photo: Joom Lilburne

And here’s Peppa, an adorable Shnauzer! Photo: Teresa Dalla-Fontana

 

Shihtzu-Poodle cross Zac, aged 11, is a much loved family member and an invaluable lockdown companion to former health minister Jenny Mikakos
Rocco (R) and Diesel (L) protecting their sister, Opal. Photo: Nickolas Giorgio
Gorgeous Ollie looking quite content. Photo: Sarah James
Monika’s dog, Blue, too cute for words. Photo: Supplied
Aris, on the isle of Lemnos, waits patiently for travel restrictions can end so that his dad can pay him a visit. Photo: Ioannis Sofianos

 

Eugene strikes a regal pose. Photo: Vincent van Steenbergen
Mila and Amber. Sisters, neighbours and best friends. Snapped having fun during a sleepover at Mila’s house in Melbourne. Photo: Submitted by Dimi Yangos

This nearly 18-year-old Pomeranian X breed brings so much joy and is dearly loved. Photo: Ellena Leventis

Mickey the Pomeranian Shih Tzu looks longingly at our young journo Marianna Alepidis who is too busy writing stories to take him for a walk. Photo: Marianna Alepidis
Like many migrants, Maria Kampyli had to leave the family pooch behind when her family left Greece. In 2015, they returned to visit him and he was overjoyed to see the girls. Photo: Maria Kampyli
Sherlock entered our editor’s life during lockdown and made working from home a whole lot noisier. Photo: Mary Sinanidis