Happy National Dog Day

Celebrated National Dog Day a day early with my buddy, Zak

I saw via my blog labels that we've celebrated National Bagel Day and National Cat Day, but surprisingly I didn't see a tag for National Dog Day. Today, in the waning hours of the day specifically set aside to celebrate the pups in our lives, we're having a salute to dogs. 

I'd planned to do a post yesterday for the anniversary of the National Park Service, but a twinge in my back kept me from the computer. It was just a twinge, but it was enough to keep me from much time at the keyboard. It's better, but still twinging and the National Park post will take just a little too much time to do. I will try and post it, and the photos of Bandelier National Monument in New Mexico, before the end of the month.

I spent yesterday afternoon with sweet Zak and his new baby brother, Samson. I'd hoped to get some photos of Samson, but he didn't stay still long enough. He is a cutie and I'm planning to photograph him soon. It's difficult to take pictures if the subject is nipping at your toes. 

During my visit to Maine this summer I spent time with two of my favorite doggy friends, Sam and Elvis. I can't let National Dog Day go by without a shout out to both of my buddies and the humans they live with. 

Elvis enjoying his favorite spot on the couch

Sam, in a moment of repose

Thanks, Pene, Debby and Betsy for sharing time with your  precious pups. 

I'm not planning to do a post for a special day every day, but I did notice that National Beach Day is scheduled for August 30, and that would definitely make a fun post. Yay or nay for a Buttercupland celebration of favorite beaches? I'm thinking it's a yay.

As ever, thanks for visiting and give your favorite pup a hug!