Everyone knows about a man's best friend. Dogs are loyal, sweet and utterly devoted but only a select few can consider themselves extreme dog lovers. The ones that have a very special connection with their canine companion. These are 21 signs you might be an extreme dog lover.

1. You have a special voice when talking to dogs.

It's probably a lot nicer than the way you talk to humans.

2. You get excited when you see a dog in public.

Puppy? Where?

3. Every dog is a puppy. It can be 18 years old, 150+ lbs, and it is still a puppy.

Just look at this big baby.

4. You follow/own an Instagram dog account.

5. You volunteer at an animal shelter.

Because you believe every dog should have a second chance at a good home.

6. You have no issues sharing your bed with a big dog.

Sleepy dogs are cute dogs.

7. If a dog falls asleep in your lap, you won't move a muscle.

Yes, I will be your human pillow.

8. You cry whenever Sarah McLachlan comes on your screen.

Change the channel, I can't bear to watch.

9. You also cry whenever a dog dies in a movie.

No I don't want to watch "Marley and Me!"

10. "Old Yeller" is still emotionally scarring for you.

Easily the worst book I've ever had to read for school.

11. You don't mind dog hair on all your clothes.

Turn any jacket in to a fur jacket, right?

12. You are known for sharing dog videos on Facebook constantly.

Who doesn't want to see 20 puppies playing together?

13. You've seen every episode of Animal Planet's "Too Cute."

Quality television.

14. Speaking of Animal Planet, you definitely prefer the Puppy Bowl to the Super Bowl.

My favorite team is puppy.

15. And the National Dog Show on Thanksgiving is a must watch.

Just look at this fuzz ball go!

16. You get emotional when you think about how many dogs still need a home.

I need to adopt a dog immediately.

17. While some people pick out their future children's names, you've already picked your future dog's names.

Even if your future spouse doesn't like dogs then they're just gonna have to deal with it.

18. You're willing to sacrifice shoes, toys, furniture and clothes in order to get another puppy.

So cute, but so destructive.

19. Your camera roll is filled with pictures of/with your dog.

Of course, you also milk your puppy's cuteness for likes on Instagram.

20. Your dream job is to be surrounded by puppies all day.

I would never have a case of the Monday's.

21. You can't imagine a life without dogs, and you wonder how you got so lucky to have one as your best friend.