National Pet Day is marked annually on April 11 to celebrate the animals, who have become an important part of our lives.

In honor of the pets in Ukraine – which has been undergoing a massive crisis since the Russian invasion – the National Pet Day page on Twitter shared a message.

"Happy #NationalPetDay! Make sure to post pictures of your pets & tag us so we have a chance to feature you! While today is a day to celebrate your pets & and promote adoption…our thoughts are with the people and pets of #Ukraine. #AdoptDontShop," the post read.

On this day, take time out of your busy schedule and dedicate your complete attention to your pets.

Here are some quotes for animal lovers, collected from Animal Reiki Source.

1. “Animals are sentient, intelligent, perceptive, funny and entertaining. We owe them a duty of care as we do to children.” — Michael Morpurgo

2. “Pets are humanizing. They remind us we have an obligation and a responsibility to preserve and nurture and care for all life.” — James Cromwell

3. “It's difficult to understand why people don't realize that pets are gifts to mankind.” — Linda Blair

4. “Perhaps the greatest gift an animal has to offer is a permanent reminder of who we really are.” — Nick Trout

5. “Animals are such agreeable friends—they ask no questions; they pass no criticisms.”— George Eliot

6. “An animal’s eyes have the power to speak a great language.” — Martin Buber

7. “I’ve met many thinkers and many cats, but the wisdom of cats is infinitely superior.”— Hippolyte Taine

8. “The greatest pleasure of a dog is that you may make a fool of yourself with him, and not only will he not scold you, but he will make a fool of himself, too.” — Samuel Butler

9. “A dog teaches a boy fidelity, perseverance and to turn around three times before lying down.” — Robert Benchley

10. “When I am feeling low all I have to do is watch my cats and my courage returns." — Charles Bukowski

Er says she is selective about which products the dogs promote
Er says she is selective about which products the dogs promote AFP / Catherine LAI
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