These Photos Of How Dogs Are Honoured In Nepal Will Inspire You To Treat Them Better

In Nepal, during Tihar – Nepal's version of Diwali – a day is set aside to honour and celebrate man's best friend.

The festival is part of the five-day festival where Hindus honour a different animal each day.

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Hindus believe that dogs are the guardians of the gates to the afterlife. They also represent the concept of dharma – the road to righteousness.

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On 10 November, canines are given garlands, a mark on the forehead called tika – as a sign of holiness and blessings

This furry fella is clearly enjoying itself!

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Many of the dogs, especially service dogs were honoured and decorated at the Central Police Dog Training School in Kathmandu, Nepal

A police officer sprinkles colored powder onto a police dog.

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Many animal rights organisation uses this day as an opportunity to raise awareness for the need to care for strays

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A photo posted by Keke (@keke_karky) on Nov 10, 2015 at 4:34pm PST

Eeeee! It's the second day of Tihar! This day is called Tihar Kukur (worship of the dogs) and it's the day of Diwali (Tihar) on which dogs are honored in Nepal for their relationships with humans. We got a ton of treats and a very special dinner tonight for this amazing holiday and for being amazing pups! Pawtners @centraltexassighthounds @rocket.germanshepherd @black_beauty_gsd @skyborne.sheps #gsd #gsdlove #germanshepherddog #germanshepherdnation #gsdnation #gsddaily #gsdpage #gsdworld #germanshepherdofinstagram #ForeverGermanSheps #dogsof512 #atxdogs #dogsofaustin #indirules #augierules #texisfurever #barkhappy #caninesifaustin #tihar #kukurtihar

A photo posted by Indiana Sweet Corn (@indianasweetcorn) on Nov 10, 2015 at 4:01pm PST

Celebrating Mikki's first kukur tihar, it's a Nepalese festival honoring dogs for their love, loyalty and friendship. #siberianhusky #husky #loyalty #pawtners #furryfriend #happy #kukurtihar #honor #dogs #dogsofinstagram #instadogs #huskyphotography #huskynation #mybaby #instalike #usa #sleddogs #k9 #canine #treat

A photo posted by Mikki (@furrymikki) on Nov 10, 2015 at 6:51pm PST

#happytihar #kukurtihar #nepal #pug #puglife

A photo posted by Rosej Kattel (@rosejkattel) on Nov 10, 2015 at 5:48pm PST

These Photos Of How Dogs Are Honoured In Nepal Will Inspire You To Treat Them Better

In Nepal, during Tihar – Nepal's version of Diwali – a day is set aside to honour and celebrate man's best friend.

The festival is part of the five-day festival where Hindus honour a different animal each day.

Hindus believe that dogs are the guardians of the gates to the afterlife. They also represent the concept of dharma – the road to righteousness.

On 10 November, canines are given garlands, a mark on the forehead called tika – as a sign of holiness and blessings

Many of the dogs, especially service dogs were honoured and decorated at the Central Police Dog Training School in Kathmandu, Nepal

Many animal rights organisation uses this day as an opportunity to raise awareness for the need to care for strays

More photos of dogs treated to a day of pampering and kindness:

The bond between dog and man is something truly special:

Awhile back, this dog was married to a woman! But why?

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These Photos Of How Dogs Are Honoured In Nepal Will Inspire You To Treat Them Better

In Nepal, during Tihar – Nepal's version of Diwali – a day is set aside to honour and celebrate man's best friend. The festival is part of the five-day festival where Hindus honour a different animal each day.

Hindus believe that dogs are the guardians of the gates to the afterlife. They also represent the concept of dharma – the road to righteousness.

On 10 November, canines are given garlands, a mark on the forehead called tika – as a sign of holiness and blessings

Many of the dogs, especially service dogs were honoured and decorated at the Central Police Dog Training School in Kathmandu, Nepal

Many animal rights organisation uses this day as an opportunity to raise awareness for the need to care for strays

More photos of dogs treated to a day of pampering and kindness:

The bond between dog and man is something truly special:

Awhile back, this dog was married to a woman! But why?

Read more trending stories on SAYS

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In Nepal, during Tihar – Nepal's version of Diwali – a day is set aside to honour and celebrate man's best friend.

The festival is part of the five-day festival where Hindus honour a different animal each day.