To find out more about the Dr. Smashlove Instagram account, we reached out to the page's creator, who was kind enough to have a chat with Bored Panda. First, they shared how the adorable account came to be.
"I was on a long conference call at work, back when conference calls used a dial-in number and you didn’t have to be on video," the creator says. "I decided to post some memes. Pretty much the rest of his history!"
As for what it's been like seeing the page grow so popular, the owner says it's been humbling. "I will receive a DM from someone recovering from an accident in a hospital bed saying that they are scrolling through my account and that it is helping them cope. I never expected such a reaction. It is heartwarming."
We also asked the creator what they love most about man's best friend. "They are cuddly, loyal, and adorable. People love them because they are the ultimate human companion! (Cat people, please don’t come for me!)"
Next, we asked the dog lover to dispel some misconceptions about these precious animals. "That pitbulls are violent. They are actually warm, chewy, fresh baked oatmeal cookies," the creator says. "But like humans, they are a product of their environment. If they are shown love, they are simply the most wonderful little creatures. If trained to fight and attack, or if they are abused, you can certainly have some extremely unfortunate situations. In these cases, the humans looking after the dogs are far more blameworthy than the dogs themselves."
Finally, we asked the creator how they decide which photos to share with their followers. "I like to post content that elicits love or laughter or ideally both," they told Bored Panda. "One of my favorites is a post pinned to the top of my page, where someone threw a quinceañera for their dog."
You can find that heartwarming photo right here.
I’m sure it will come as a surprise to absolutely no one that dogs are the most popular pets worldwide. In fact, World Population Review reports that nearly a third of households around the globe have at least one dog. The countries where you’ll find the most doggos are the United States, Brazil, China, Japan and Russia.
Meanwhile, Hungary actually has the most canines in relation to the nation’s population, with over 29K dogs per 100K residents. And as far as which breeds dog owners are most partial to, Dogster says German Shepherds, Labrador Retrievers, French Bulldogs, Pugs, Poodles, Rottweilers, Chihuahuas and Golden Retrievers have captured the most hearts.
Now, if you’ve ever had a dog of your own, you know exactly why these animals are widely regarded as man’s best friend. But if you’re less familiar with doggos, let’s break down just how they’ve come to be such important companions to humans.
Veterinarian Dr. Peter Dobias notes on his site that many people admit they love dogs even more than they love humans because our pups can be amazing friends. One reason for this is because we can predict their behavior. They’re incredibly loyal and thrive when they have a routine, so we can rely on them and always know what to expect from them.
Dogs are also excellent listeners and incredibly empathetic. They pick up on our tone and our emotions and have an innate ability to respond to situations exactly how we need them to. At the same time, dogs are often much more adaptable than many humans. As long as they have their beloved owner by their side, food and water and opportunities to run around, they’re pretty content! Dogs don’t need an extravagant lifestyle to be happy, simply giving them love and care will do.
Finally, Dr. Peter Dobias noted that dogs provide their owners with unconditional love. If you come home after a long day at work, your stress will instantly melt away once you see how excited your furry companion is to see you. If you’re crying on the couch during a breakup, your dog will jump up to cuddle and comfort you. Despite the language barrier between humans and dogs, these precious animals have found an amazing way to communicate with us. And it doesn't hurt that they’re pretty adorable too!
Getting a dog can be the best decision you’ve ever made, but that doesn’t mean that it should be taken lightly. If you’re considering adopting a dog of your own, there are a few things to know first. Woodgreen Pets Charity notes that you’ll first want to make sure you have time for a dog. They need daily walks and exercise, and someone has to take them out to do their business every few hours. If you work in an office 40 hours a week and can’t take Spot there with you, it might be best to hold off on adoption.
It’s also important to ensure that you’ll be able to provide everything that your future dog will need. Do you have a yard or somewhere close by to take them out to do their business? Can you afford their food and vet bills? You’ll also need to provide them with companionship and lots of attention. Are you willing to commit time and energy towards them?
