National Rescue Dog Day is this week so we wanted to celebrate the joy, loyalty and unconditional love a rescue dog can bring.
Many of you have opened your heart and home to a rescue dog, and here we have shared some of your beautiful dogs and why your pet is so special.
Here are some of your photos.
9. 'Gorgeous, crazy and so affectionate!'
"Minnie, a Rottweiler/Cockapoo cross from Corran Kennels, is gorgeous, crazy and so affectionate!" says Karen Gabbey. Photo: Karen Gabbey
10. 'Such a clever little man and always eager to please'
"Cody, also from Mid Antrim Animal Sanctuary. Such a clever little man and always eager to please," said Leanne Mossey. Photo: Leanne Mossey
11. Charlie is a 13 year old rescue
Charlie, a 13-year-old rescue, shared by Jenna Donnelly. Photo: Jenna Donnelly
12. 'You can't buy love but you can rescue it'
"Pippa in her forever home 11 yrs. You can't buy love but you can rescue it," said Gail Louise. Photo: Gail Louise