With the world being full of hurricanes, creepy clowns, election season, and other day to day crises... sometimes it is necessary to slow down and take a breather. Despite where you stand on the "dog person vs cat person" scale, there is necessary credit to be given for man's best friend: dogs. This is a humble appreciation for these adorable four legged best friends.

1. Dogs are the ultimate cuddle buddies.

These precious creatures are down to give you a snuggle, even though some do not realize their size and weight. We love them anyway.

2. They are genuinely excited to be apart of our lives

Look at this guy. Happy to be alive, happy to see his master. Happiness. Be like this dog.

3. They love food and play almost as much as some of us humans

Its pretty much the majority of what their lives consist of, minus sleep.

4. They can be turned into great memes.

Yeah, I said it. Doge and pupper are fantastic memes.

5. They come in all shapes and sizes.

Big dogs...small dogs...medium dogs...I want them all.

6. That thing they do when they stick their heads out the windows

I aspire to reach that level of happiness some day.

7. When they look like they are driving cars.

What a good boy!!!!

8. When they are actually carrots.

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