49 Quotes to Celebrate Our True Friends: Dogs

Howdy hey, fellow dog lovers! National Dog Day isn’t just another day on the calendar; it’s our chance to really shout out about the unconditional love and endless joy our furry friends bring to our lives.

Think about it—from your very first dog who stole your heart to the newest furball in your life, each one of them is a bundle of love and friendship on four paws.

National Dog Day is celebrated on August 26th to honor the bond between humans and dogs and to encourage dog adoption.

The date was specifically chosen by animal welfare advocate and pet lifestyle expert, Colleen Paige, to commemorate the day her family first adopted their dog “Sheltie” when Colleen was 10 years old. Colleen is also the founder of National Puppy Day.

The primary goal of this special day is to raise awareness about the need for rescuing and protecting dogs from homelessness and abuse, as well as to acknowledge and celebrate the enormous range of ways in which dogs contribute to our lives—whether as working dogs, family pets, or loyal companions.

The day serves as a reminder of the number of dogs that need to be rescued each year, and offers an opportunity for people to consider adopting a dog from our hardworking rescue centers.

To help commemorate the day, we’ve put together a list of our favorite dog quotes. These gems really hit home about the amazing love and strong connection we share with our pups.

We hope these give you the warm fuzzies (just like our sweet doggos do), and that you and your pup have a very happy National Dog Day.

Our Favorite Quotes About Dogs

A dog wags its tail with its heart.
— Martin Buxbaum

Old dogs, like old shoes, are comfortable. They might be a bit out of shape and a little worn around the edges, but they fit well.
— Bonnie Wilcox

When life grows cold, a dog will warm your soul.
— Angie Weiland-Crosby

He who feeds a hungry animal feeds his own soul.

—Charlie Chaplin

It’s just the most amazing thing to love a dog, isn’t it? It makes our relationships with people seem as boring as a bowl of oatmeal.
—John Grogan

The gift which I am sending you is called a dog, and is, in fact, the most precious and valuable possession of mankind.
—Theodorus Gaza

A grateful dog is better than an ungrateful man.
— Saadi

Every dog must have his day.
―Jonathan Swift

Because of the dog’s joyfulness, our own is increased. It is no small gift.
―Mary Oliver

Such short little lives our pets have to spend with us, and they spend most of it waiting for us to come home each day.

— John Grogan

Dogs have a way of finding the people who need them and filling an emptiness we didn’t even know we had.

—Thom Jones

A dog doesn’t care if you’re rich or poor, educated or illiterate, clever or dull. Give him your heart and he will give you his.

— John Grogan, Marley and Me

All dogs go to heaven because, unlike people, dogs are naturally good and loyal and kind.

—Anne-Marie, All Dogs Go to Heaven

The journey of life is sweeter when traveled with a dog.

— Unknown

The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.

— Mahatma Gandhi

The dog is the perfect portrait subject. He doesn’t pose. He isn’t aware of the camera.

— Patrick Demarchelier

Did you know there are over three hundred words for love in canine?
— Gabrielle Zevin

No matter how little money and few possessions you own, having a dog makes you rich.
— Louis Sabin

Our perfect companions never have fewer than four feet.
— Colette

My little dog—a heartbeat at my feet.
―Edith Wharton

We should all measure our age in dog years—there are way more birthdays!
— Anonymous

Dogs do speak, but only to those who know how to listen.
— Orhan Pamuk

Scratch a dog and you’ll find a permanent job.

— Franklin P. Jones

‘Meow’ means ‘woof’ in cat.

— George Carlin

Properly trained, a Man can be Dog’s best friend.

— Corey Ford

There is no faith which has never yet been broken, except that of a truly faithful dog.

— Konrad Lorenz

Some of my best leading men have been dogs and horses.

— Elizabeth Taylor 

Once you have had a wonderful dog, a life without one is a life diminished.
— Dean Koontz

A house is never lonely where a loving dog waits.
— Anonymous

I think having an animal in your life makes you a better human.
— Rachael Ray

We can judge the heart of a man by his treatment of animals.
— Immanuel Kant

In times of joy, all of us wished we possessed a tail we could wag.
— W.H. Auden

There is nothing truer in this world than the love of a good dog.
— Mira Grant

You can always trust a dog that likes peanut butter.

— Kate DiCamillo, Because of Winn-Dixie

The dog lives for the day, the hour, even the moment.
— Robert Falcon Scott

Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole.
— Roger Caras 

People love dogs. You can never go wrong adding a dog to the story.
— Jim Butcher 

What do dogs do on their day off? Can’t lie around – that’s their job!
— George Carlin 

The most affectionate creature in the world is a wet dog.

— Ambrose Bierce

When I needed a hand, I found your paw.
— Unknown

Why does watching a dog be a dog fill one with happiness?
— Jonathan Safran Foer

Money can buy you a fine dog, but only love can make him wag his tail.”
— Kinky Friedman

A house is not a home until it has a dog.
– Gerald Durrell

Outside of a dog, a book is man’s best friend. Inside of a dog, it’s too dark to read.
— Groucho Marx 

Happiness is a warm puppy.
— Charles M. Schulz 

Everyone thinks they have the best dog, and none of them are wrong.
— W.R. Purche 

I think dogs are the most amazing creatures; they give unconditional love. For me, they are the role model for being alive.

—Gilda Radner 

Everything I know, I learned from dogs. 

– Nora Roberts.

A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself.

― Josh Billings

“Dogs’ lives are too short. Their only fault, really.”

— Agnes Sligh Turnbull

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Happy International Dog Day to all our furry besties! Embrace National Dog Day and tag us on social media with a photo of your pup—these quotes make for a great Instagram caption!

There’s no shortage of paw-some ways to make this day special for your furry best friend. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, San Antonio is a treasure trove of dog-friendly activities that are perfect for celebrating this special occasion.

From off-leash parks where your pooch can run free, to serene swimming spots for a cool dip, and comfy pet-friendly accommodations for a little getaway, there’s something for every tail-wagger.  

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