Adorable and hilarious puppies and dog pals to look at while you are supposed to be doing other things.

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We all have those friends who couldn't be sweeter, even though they aren't exactly the brightest crayon in the box. So we probably don't have to tell you how much fun the “adorable dumb friend” can be and are delighted to share prove that they also exist in dog form. In this &nbsp;collection of hysterical dumb dog pictures, you’ll meet a group of dogs who don't get it… whatever “it” may be.These <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/joys-of-dog-ownership/ashley-reign?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">funny dog pictures</a> feature pooches with hearts of gold who just don’t understand everyday dog tasks such as playing fetch, taking a midday nap, or the mystifying art of agility courses. You’ll meet little dudes who didn’t get the memo that things such as resting or pooping tend to be looked down upon in the middle of a dog show, and adorably confused pups who have never heard of this thing called “personal space” you keep asking for. You’ll also meet guard dogs who will demonstrate why it’s important to specify who the desired target is when you give them a command to attack, and pooches who learned the hard way why you should never use furniture for the first time without reading the instructions. Get ready to grin as these adorably confused canines ask you to explain again.

34 Dogs Who Just Don't Get It

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34 Dumb Dogs Who Just Don't Get It

Ashley Reign

Living

Roses are red, violets are blue, dogs are the best, and their tweets are cute too. While that poem may be a five&nbsp;out of ten, these dogs are all elevens. Here are some of our favorite dog tweets we found this week.

21 Dog Tweets We Found This Week That Are So Wholesome They Deserve A Treat

Brian Roque

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All dogs have to do to make us happy is exist. When there&#39;s no doggo around, these dog memes will definitely bring a smile to your face.

37 Wholesome Dog Memes That Made Us Smile Way Too Hard

Wholesome Dog Memes That Made Us Smile Way Too Hard

Joe Abraham

Over the past few decades, the pit bull terrier&nbsp;has become a polarizing subject. Depending on who you ask, the thought of its wide smiling mouth, slobbery jowls, and beady little eyes may evoke feelings of love, rage, fear, or sadness.

The public response to this dog&nbsp;was not always so emotionally charged. For centuries, pit bulls enjoyed their role as a working dog, companion, and friend to children. Their strength, tenacity, and loyalty were always viewed as positive attributes - until they weren&rsquo;t anymore.

How did pit bulls get a bad reputation?&nbsp;Poor media coverage and a variety of historical and biological factors have contributed to the controversy surrounding the modern-day pit bull. Yet the story of this silky, block-headed terrier is a microcosm of American history.&nbsp;

Ways Pit Bulls Have Changed Over Time

Why Do Pit Bulls Have A Bad Reputation?

Oliver Pretl-Drummond

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You ever have one of those days where the cards just seem to be stacked against you at every turn? Well if so, you’re about to find yourself in good company because the pooches you’ll meet in the following dog fail gifs can relate. These little dudes and gals are having a rough day and are here to give the reassurance that you’re not alone in your occasional feelings of epic failure.So the next time your day isn’t going exactly how you’d planned or hoped, take a load off and enjoy a laugh as these adorable little guys attempt to navigate the world. We’ve got pups of all shapes, breeds, and sizes failing adorably as they attempt to do everything from romp through the snow to climb up an embarrassingly low step for the first time. You’ll see puppies realize that confidence is not always everything when it comes to leaping onto an inviting sofa, and say “aww” over the embarrassment of a huge dog who has been exiled to a tiny cat bed as a feline naps on his own.Whether these adorable dog fails are the result of way too much ambition on the part of a tiny puppy or not quite enough on the part of an unamused older pooch, they’re guaranteed to be the best part of your next bad day. So come on in and own your own fails with the best of them as you realize that sometimes, epic fails happen to even the most adorable of us.&nbsp;

20 Hilarious Dog Fails

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Dogs rule and everyone knows it. Whether the pup in your life is your best friend, fur baby, or sibling, you know that dogs add positivity and joy that cannot be replicated by anyone or anything else. These pics from&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/spicydogmemes/" target="_blank">@spicydogmemes</a>&nbsp;are a few good examples of why dogs are the absolute best.

27 Times Dogs Were The Absolute Best

26 Funny Memes That Prove Dogs Are Better Than People

Jordan Myrick

There is no need for a trial in a dog courtroom. As you'll clearly see by the funny dog&nbsp;pictures below, these dogs are&nbsp;guilty as charged. These funny photos of dogs caught in the act destroying things are a classic Internet case of &quot;shock and aww.&quot; It is your job as the judge and jury to uphold the standard of Internet law and sentence these guilty dogs to a lifetime of hugs and mandatory trips to the dog park. They did something bad. Now love them for it. They owned up to it. Now it's your job to cuddle them forever.

29 Guilty Dogs Who Were Totally Caught in the Act

Guilty Dogs Who Were Totally Caught in the Act

Nathan Davidson

Lists and lists of the things that make each US State unique, from the weirdest laws to the most popular drinks and dog breeds to the shows residents are streaming most on Netflix.

This Is America

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Wherever you go in the United States, you're bound to find many&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/dog-breeds-from-100-years-ago/nathan-gibson&nbsp;" target="_blank">amazing dog breeds</a>. All dogs are perfect, which is why they're the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.avma.org/KB/Resources/Statistics/Pages/Market-research-statistics-US-pet-ownership.aspx" target="_blank">most popular pet</a> in the county and can be found in over one third of US households. There are dozens of different breeds that all have their own unique features and personalities, but where you live might influence <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/dog-breed-for-each-zodiac-sign/natalie-jonah&nbsp;" target="_blank">which&nbsp;breed of good boy</a> you bring into your family. These top dog breeds will make you want to adopt a new best friend.

The Most Popular Dog Breed In Each State

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Eric Luis

Roses are red, violets are blue, dogs are great, and their tweets are cute too. While that poem may be a six out of ten, these dogs are all elevens. From a&nbsp;puppy with a margarita, to a sweet pup visiting the Avengers Campus,&nbsp;here are some of our favorite dog tweets we found this week.

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Historical photos often capture important moments in time that would otherwise be lost. Perhaps some of the most valuable of those photos are the ones that picture working dogs from history. Dogs who served alongside humans on the battlefield, dogs who transport postage and medicine though icy terrain, and dogs who pull off a pipe and goggles better than their human counterpart are all notable subjects in these historical images.&nbsp;

Dogs with jobs are not a new concept and these working boys and girls deserve recognition for their service. Sergeant Stubby, the most decorated canine in history, led the WWI victory parade with a high tail and tongue out. Other pups from the past faced the front lines with similar courage and they have been memorialized in some of history&#39;s&nbsp;most fascinating&nbsp;photographs.&nbsp;

We Found The Best Historical Photos Of Dogs With Jobs

Historical Photos Of Dogs With Jobs

Bailey Brown

Dogs are adored the world over for being friends, allies, and trusty dispensers of unconditional love. But sometimes they do even more. Sometimes dogs save children. Sometimes they save babies. There is absolutely no higher qualification for being man&#39;s best friend than that, is there?

The tales of dogs rescuing children are some of the most inspirational stories ever. Just who are these dogs who&#39;ve have come to the rescue of babies in danger? These incredible dogs will shock you with their selflessness. Vote up the most amazing examples of heroic dogs who&#39;ve rescued children and give a well-earned &quot;Atta boy. Good dog!&quot; where credit is due. 
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17 Incredible Dogs Who Have Saved Babies

Dogs Who Have Saved Babies

Anabel Conner

Culture

Dogs are a person&#39;s best friend. Tweets are a person&#39;s best thoughts. Well, that&#39;s not entirely true. In fact, often, tweets can be people&#39;s&nbsp;strangest thoughts. Anyways, these tweets are all about dogs, and they are our favorite ones we found this week.&nbsp;

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If you&rsquo;re not a dog owner you must be asking yourself, what is Wag? The easiest way to describe it is like an Uber for <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/dog-facts/anabel-conner" target="_blank">dog</a> walking. It&rsquo;s an&nbsp;on-demand dog walker with an app, that allows owners to order a dog walker, and someone will show up at their house to walk their dog. Pretty cool, huh? We wanted to hear about walkers&#39;&nbsp;stories from on the job, and we found some experiences that you might want to read if you are a dog owner,&nbsp;looking for a new gig, or just want a laugh!

Wag! Walkers Are Sharing Their Craziest Moments While Taking Care Of Dogs

Kendall Kroll

Dogs are a person&#39;s best friend. Tweets are a person&#39;s best thoughts. Well, that&#39;s not entirely true. In fact, often, tweets can be the strangest thoughts. Anyways, these tweets are all about dogs, and they are our favorite ones we found this week.&nbsp;

23 Dog Tweets We Found This Week That Are So Wholesome They Deserve A Treat

Lists about all types of good boys and girls for the people who want to pet every single one of them.

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This list has all the best dogs for people with allergies. These hypoallergenic dogs&nbsp;shed less (or not at all) and&nbsp;have less irritating dander;&nbsp;and while there&#39;s a great deal of disagreement over whether any dog can truly by fully hypoallergenic, many believe these dogs are better for those with allergies than other breeds. So if you&#39;re not a fan of those sneezes and itchy eyes when you&#39;re around pets, consider getting one of these top hypoallergenic dogs so you can still enjoy the love of a furry friend without the irritation.

To understand why some people are allergic to dogs, you have to look at the cause of the irritation. While allergies differ from person to person, most people are allergic to the dander of the dog, something given off by the dog&#39;s hair, skin, urine, and slobber. While it&#39;s impossible to eliminate a dog&#39;s skin, urine, and never-ending drool, the hair of these hypoallergenic dog breeds is what sets them apart as better for allergy sufferers. To eliminate the hair completely, many people with dog allergies&nbsp;might select hairless dog breeds, like&nbsp;the Chinese Crested, Xoloitzcuintli (<a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/xoloitzcuintli-dog-facts/beth-elias?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Mexican hairless dog</a>), and the Peruvian Hairless Dog.

But for those who aren&#39;t interested in a hairless dog, there are plenty of other options on this list of hypoallergenic dogs. If you&#39;re looking for large breed hypoallergenic dogs, poodles are especially praised for being one of the best&nbsp;dogs for allergies, as are poodle hybrids and some <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/the-cutest-hybrid-dogs/nicolebreanne" target="_blank">designer dog breeds</a>, such as the labradoodle and cockapoo. Other large dog breeds allergy sufferers include the Samoyed, airedale terrier, Portuguese water dog or Irish water spaniel. For the best small hypoallergenic dogs, many flock to the shih tzu, Yorkshire terrier, Maltese, and Havanese.

While the jury may be out on whether or not&nbsp;any dog breeds&nbsp;are truly hypoallergenic, the dogs on this list are the best breeds for people with allergies&nbsp;and are the least likely to cause any irritation. They might not be the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/the-best-dog-breeds/homefromhome" target="_blank">most popular dog breeds</a>, but these shed less, have less dander, and are pretty dang adorable.

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The Best Dog Breeds to Consider If You Have Allergies

The Best Dogs for Allergies

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Dogs are an absolute gift to this earth. They can provide people with laughter, company, and outright cuteness. They are one of the most wholesome things to share on social media and we would like to thank any person who ever has. Here are some of our favorite tweets from &quot;Dog Twitter&quot; this week.

22 Dog Tweets We Found This Week That Are So Wholesome They Deserve A Treat

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Everyone has their favorite dog breed, but what's the best breed to bring into your home if you have kids? Of course, the very best thing you can do is adopt a dog, making sure that the animal is good with kids beforehand. But if you have your heart set on a particular breed, there are definitely some dogs that are better in families than others. Vote your favorite kid-friendly breed up and add any you see missing. While you're at it, take a look at those sometimes considered to be more <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/scariest-dogs-list/ranker-science" target="_blank">dangerous dog breeds</a>.The coolest dog breeds for families aren't always the best ones as they're not always the most &quot;Pinteresting&quot; or &quot;Instagramable&quot; breeds, but that's for a reason. You need a safe breed that's easy to take care of that you can count on anyone taking care of. That's why we used part of the the top 10 <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-dogs-for-kids/pet-project?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">dogs for children</a> to build this list, because it should include dogs that any part of the family should be able to care for.&nbsp;

The Best Dog Breeds for Families

Dog Breeds for Families | Best Dogs as Pets for Children

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Dogs have been featured in films since the dawn of cinema. The best dog movies ever feature cute pups that the audience can connect with. As they say, dog is man&#39;s best friend. If an audience doesn&#39;t like anyone in the cast, then they&#39;ll at least like the dog &ndash; this is especially important in good dog movies for kids. Unlike other animals, canines are easily trained, and therefore ideal for motion picture production. This Hollywood dog movie list includes all types of dogs. So your favorite breed is probably included. For more movie ideas&nbsp;check out our <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/the-best-disney-movies-starring-dogs/ranker-film" target="_blank">Disney dog movies list</a>&nbsp;or our list of <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-dog-movies-for-kids/ranker-film" target="_blank">dog movies for kids</a>. You can also check out our lists of <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-anime-on-netflix-v1/ranker-anime">anime shows</a> and the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/the-best-comedies-on-netflix-instant/polkadotking">best comedies on Netflix</a> and even the <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-dog-names-from-movies/pet-project" target="_blank">best names for dogs from movies</a>.

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The All-Time Best Dog Movies, Ranked by Fans

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Dog Breeds

The best dogs for kids are not just some of the best family dogs but some of the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/the-best-dog-breeds/homefromhome" target="_blank">best and most popular dog breeds</a> out there. These dogs have incredible patience, are gentle with the little ones, and can help teach children about responsibility. Additionally, many claim that raising children with dogs can help improve the self esteem of the child and help them with cooperation and social skills.

While many might think that small&nbsp;dog breeds would be better with small children, the opposite is often true. Breeds like the golden retriever, labrador retriever, Irish setter, and boxer are among the top dog breeds for children. These large dogs are gentle giants and great about tolerating the tormenting of children without backlash.

Of course many smaller dogs are also great for kids. The poodle is a popular choice for family dogs as is the beagle, shih tzu, Havanese and pug. For a family living in an apartment or one that simply does not want a larger dog, these breeds are solid choices and among the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-apartment-dogs/pet-project" target="_blank">best apartment dogs</a>. On the other hand, chihuahuas or yorkies are smaller breeds that are not especially recommended for children.

When selecting a great family dog, it&#39;s important to consider a variety of factors. That&#39;s where a mixed breed or mutt can often be a great choice of the combination of dog characteristics a family might be seeking in their ideal dog. Also, as mixed breed dogs are often the first to land in a shelter, giving a rescued mutt a forever home can change your life and the life of the dog as well. Whichever breed of dog you select, it&#39;s crucial to think the decision over thoroughly before making a commitment to any dog, but this list of the best dog breeds for families will help you start the decision making process. And if you&#39;re looking for dogs that are specifically good around infants, be sure to check out our list on the <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-dogs-for-babies/pet-project" target="_blank">best dogs for babies</a>.

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The Best Dogs for Kids

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List of favorite dog breeds, mainly gauged by the animals&#39; suitability as pets in homes and apartments. Because of thousands of years of selective breeding by humans, dogs come in a tremendous variety of sizes, shapes, colors, temperaments and behaviors. They are the only animal to have so much variation in appearance without branching into a separate species.

Though groups like the American Kennel Club make very specific designations about breeds and breed hybrids, there continue to be new breeds and breed variants developed all the time, as well as &quot;up and coming breeds&quot; not officially recognized by kennel clubs and experts. (Many dogs not purchased directly from breeders are also mixed-breeds of some kind, or have less than purebred ancestry.)

<a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/scariest-dogs-list/ranker-science" target="_blank">Dog breeds</a> are typically divided into a few basic categories: companion dogs, guard dogs, hunting dogs, herding dogs and working dogs. The top dog breeds for every purpose are represented here. Despite the names, in contemporary America, most breeds - even hunting or herding dogs - service as companies for individuals and families.

Pick your favorite dog breeds from the list below and vote them up, and if your favorite breed or hybrid dog is not currently listed, make your own version of the list and add it there yourself! And if you love dogs but suffer from allergies, be sure to check out our list of the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-dogs-for-allergies/pet-project" target="_blank">best hypoallergenic dogs</a>.&nbsp;