National Dog Day Gallery 2023: Meet The Pets Of Fairfax City

FAIRFAX CITY, VA — Between walking our dogs at Fairfax City's parks and taking them to restaurant patios, dogs are a part of everyday life in the city. Saturday, Aug. 26 is National Dog Day — all the more reason to celebrate our furry friends.

We asked Fairfax City Patch readers to share photos of their canine companions, and you came up big. Check out some of our favorite submissions below.

This is Chance Elwood Michell, which was submitted by Marta Michell

Kim Sheard of Fairfax shared this photo of Scout.

This is Pippa Michell, which was submitted by Marta Michell

Here's a photo of Bella Hood submitted by Shalan Hood

"His name is 'Rolex,'" said Charles from Fairfax City.

Meet Pickles, whose photo was taken by Stephanie Steele.

This is Mochi, who is 12-years-old, according to her owner, Lisa McAnulty.

"This is Noel," said his owner, Richard China.

This is Maggie, according to Richard Chinn.

Joe G, who lives in Falls Church, shared this photo of his dog Maya.

"My pet's name is Rosie." — Julia Sherwood

Jaina Madeline is a 2-year-old Lab mix that was rescued from Operation Paws for Homes. Her birthday was on Aug. 17. — Diana Hedman

Would you like to celebrate National Dog Day on Aug. 26 with your friends in Fairfax City? Share your dog photos in the comments below.