Dog quotes on love, loyalty, and life with man’s best friend.
Dog love quotes to melt hearts with every share.
Strike the perfect chord with the best dog quotes by history’s greats.
Dogs are said to be “man’s best friend,” but they’re so much more. Dogs are our guides, our service helpers, and our family. They spend their lives loving us, and they treasure every moment we spend together.
The love we have for our canine companions is so strong that we often want to share it. We upload our favorite dog photos to our profiles, regale our dog stories to friends, and make photo collages of countless dog memories.
Our dog-inspired sharing is enhanced by memorable dog quotes. Choose your favorites and imagine the warm fuzzies each can send. Whether used in flyers for a shelter event, a post for social media, or a massive poster for your dog’s upcoming birthday, the perfect quote will send a message right to the heart.
Dog best friend quotes — life’s most devoted companions.
The term “man’s best friend” originated in the mid-1800s (in a Supreme Court case, of all places), but the notion of dogs being man’s best companion is thousands of years old.
Dog friendship quotes capture the complete devotion that only dogs know how to give. The affection that a dog unabashedly gives out is extraordinary, and their unwavering friendship leaves us feeling secure, cared for, and forever accompanied.
Choose your favorite dog best friend quotes that strike the right notes for you.
Histories are more full of examples of the fidelity of dogs than of friends.”
A faithful friend is the medicine of life.”
Dog love quotes made of pure, unconditional love.
If you expect anything other than corny quotes in this section, you probably aren’t a dog person. One of the quintessential and life-changing aspects of having a dog is the unconditional love they show us.
Reciprocally, there’s a flipside to these quotes. Love also pours from us more abundantly than we never thought possible. This love culminates in one of the most precious bonds humankind has known.
A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself.”
The more I see of men, the more I admire dogs.”
Happy dog quotes to capture true tail-wagging joy.
Positive dog quotes reflect the pure happiness that dogs exude. They also encapsulate the happiness dogs stir in us. From cute dog quotes capturing the joy of a dog eating peanut butter to definitions of dog-induced happiness, choose the happy dog quotes that instantly resonate for you.
Happiness is sometimes hard to define. These happy dog quotes, though, celebrate one of life’s boundless sources of it.
Happiness depends upon ourselves.”
The most wasted of all days is one without laughter.”
A cheerful heart is good medicine.”
Dog loyalty quotes for life’s most faithful companions.
Dog loyalty quotes for life’s most faithful companions.
Dogs exhibit deep loyalty to “their people.” From risking their lives to save ours, to the service dogs trained for a range of expert jobs, loyalty is the main ingredient of the unwavering love dogs provide.
From movie and book quotes to dog loyalty quotes by famous actors, choose your favorites and celebrate the loyalty that only a dog can give. Use these quotes in posters for shelters or groomers, in banners for dog-centric events, and anywhere that someone can see them and offer an approving nod of agreement.
He conquers who endures.”
The only way to have a friend is to be one.”
Let us be grateful to people who make us happy; they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom.”
The virtue of loyalty consists in the willingness to sacrifice one's interests for the sake of the object of loyalty.”
Friendship improves happiness and abates misery.”
A faithful friend is the medicine of life.”
Fidelity is the sister of justice.”
Sweet dog quotes for National Dog Day, dog birthdays, and more.
Half-celebration, half-dog-valentine quotes, this collection of quips is perfect for honoring the dogs in your life. You’ll melt hearts with these sweet dog quotes.
In case you didn’t know, National Dog Day is celebrated on August 26th every year in the U.S. Between that and dog birthdays, adoption celebrations, and more, these dog quotes are perfect for banners, posters, flyers, and decorations for any event.
Histories are more full of examples of the fidelity of dogs than of friends.”
The more I see of men, the more I admire dogs.”
Good dog quotes for training (dog and owner alike).
From a “good dog” to a mischievous one, dog training quotes capture the ups and downs of training four-legged friends. Some of these come from authors, others come from historical figures, and others come from famed dog trainers, all with valuable and often humorous perspectives.
Every dog handles training differently, as does every owner. Whether you have an especially good dog or you spoil yours and let it run the show, you’ll find the perfect quote for you.
Histories are more full of examples of the fidelity of dogs than of friends.”
A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself.”
Patience and perseverance have a magical effect before which difficulties disappear and obstacles vanish.”
Great works are performed not by strength but by perseverance.”
Without labor nothing prospers.”
The mind is not a vessel to be filled, but a fire to be kindled.”
Daily life dog quotes: from old dogs to big ones, grooming to walks, and everything in between.
Concepts like dogs’ unconditional love and their loyalty are actually made up of many small, daily acts. From giving dogs baths to watching them age, being a dog owner means more than the sum of the love dogs give us.
To adorn the shaggy dog stories you write in a letter or the photo collage you make of Fido, choose from this collection of daily life dog quotes. These old dog quotes, big dog quotes, dog grooming quotes, and more all conjure the magic of the day-to-day with your dog.
Every dog must have his day.”
Let sleeping dogs lie.”
To enjoy the things we ought and to hate the things we ought has the greatest bearing on excellence of character.”
A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself.”
Tips to turn dog quotes into more shareable soundbites.
Where can you use dog quotes, other than in captions on social media? The short answer is “anywhere.” In particular, you can use them in:
- Cards —use dog quotes on the face of greeting cards or as the fun “reveal” on the inside. Any dog-related occasion is an opportunity to use dog quotes to send instant smiles.
- Letters — whenever you have a “you won’t believe what Fido did” story to tell, open a personal letter or message with a dog quote.
- Posters — whether for inspiration at the office or to hang at home, a poster with the perfect dog quote can be a daily source of sweetness.
- Photo collages — you’ll have no shortage of photos to fill a collage of Fido, and the perfect dog quote could add a special touch.
Exercise: when you have too many quotes to choose from.
Are you having trouble choosing the perfect dog quote for your project? Try reverse-engineering the emotion you want to evoke.
- The main emotion everyone wants to jog is “happiness,” but what kind of happiness? It might be...
- Amusement
- Nostalgia
- Inspiration
- Pride
- Thankfulness
- Love
- Peace
- Security
Ask yourself which emotion you’re really trying to conjure. Then, of all your favorite dog quotes, ask which ones inspire that feeling in you. Those are the best dog quotes to use for your project.
Adobe Express can help.
Adobe Express has templates and customization tools to put your favorite dog quotes to work. If you want to use dog quotes in cards, letters, posters, banners, collages, flyers, or other creative projects, Adobe Express makes it as simple as picking a template and personalizing it, or making your own idea with easy-to-use tools. Whatever message you want to transmit, Adobe Express brings it to life, no experience required.