You can always count on your dog – provided you’ve treated it well – for unconditional love and affection.

Dogs love us, are willing to cuddle with us, are happy to see us, and always remember us no matter what we do.

In fact, they’re such amazing creatures, we hardly deserve them.

These 20 dogs show exactly why they’ll always have our hearts.

1. They’re big babies

No matter how old they are, dogs are always our little babies.

And unlike kids, they’re willing to play the part whenever we want.

My sister’s baby from r/aww

2. They’re snuggle bugs

We might not always be in the mood to cuddle with our fellow humans, but it’s pretty hard to turn down a chance to snuggle up with a dog.

I have no doubt in my mind my dog knows I’m pregnant.

3. They babysit

Imagine the luck of finding a dog you can trust this close to your toddler.

How great is it to grow up with a beloved pet?!

My new baby sitter.

4. Oh, hai

Even when they’re being naughty, they’re (mostly) adorable.

They say good fences make good neighbors – now we see why.

I haven’t met my new neighbor yet, but her dogs love me from r/aww

5. Jaws of life

No matter how ferocious our pets can be with their toys, we still feel safe around them.

Besides, look how proud this strong boy is!

My good boy still enjoys his ball from r/aww

6. They make great travel companions

From being good company to keeping you safe and warm, a dog is the perfect travel companion.

And they never insist on choosing the music on a road trip!

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7. A sweet goodbye

This girl is moving away from her dog and the pup seems to know it.

That’s one hug we would never want to end.

As I was saying goodbye, my dog did this.. from r/aww

8. They’re always happy to see you

This takes coming home to a surprise to the next level!

Could you ever count on this sort of excitement from a human after a day away?

How my puppy greets me when I get home from work from r/aww

9. They’re good for our health

Is there any better medicine than a visit from your pup?

Ok, maybe if you break some bones there is, but you know what we mean.

10. They make fun co-workers

We’re willing to be at least a little less productive when our pets are around.

Sometimes it feels like we have no choice, but other times we just don’t want to disturb their cuteness.

My co-worker’s puppy fell asleep on her desk. Not much work got done that day.

11. They’re like a kid in a candy store

How could you not buy a treat for this excited pup?!

At least you know it won’t give him a sugar rush.

“CAN WE BUY THEM ALL???” from r/aww

12. We can forgive their sloppy eating

We like our dogs to mind their manners, but sometimes when they’re so sleepy that they fall asleep in their food we just have to let them be.

Well, and take a photo, of course.

Brought this guy home last night, this is how he fell asleep. from r/aww

13. Collect them all

The only thing better than one dog is a whole pack of dogs.

Just look at these sweet ones protecting their sick mom.

My dogs wouldn’t leave my mom’s side when she was sick. They were protecting the weakest member of their pack and making sure she stayed warm. from r/aww

14. They give the best hugs

Not only are they always happy to see you, but dogs really are good huggers.

The only problem is they never get tired of it.

Most people teach their dogs not to jump. Personally, I love coming home from work to a good hug. from r/aww

15. They want to help

If this dog could heal with his mind, he would.

In fact, it looks like he’s trying.

16. They’re one of the family

Whether you like it or not, your dog will consider itself part of your family.

So you better get ready to snuggle it just as hard as you would any human you love.

Doggos always seem to know when the baby is sick from r/aww

17. They’re so helpful

You might not have actually lost your shoe, but you can always rely on your dog to bring it to you anyway!

If you’re lucky, sometimes it’s still in one piece.

My dog always brings a shoe whenever I get home from r/aww

18. They’re perennials

They’re forever friends, so you better expect your dog to pop up in every season!

Your garden, on the other hand, might suffer as a result.

Look, Dad! I’m a shrubbery! from r/WhatsWrongWithYourDog

19. They can defy gravity

Dogs get so excited that sometimes it looks like they can fly or switch dimensions or both.

The laws of physics are no match for their cuteness and energy.

Husky Parkour from r/aww

20. They’re a walk in the park

Ok, so they’re not. They take a lot of work, especially when they’re puppies.

But it all pays off when you have a BFF.

A dun day at the park! from r/aww

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