There’s only one thing I love more than traveling…and that is pups. When these two forces collide, I’m pretty sure it feels a lot like attaining enlightenment. 

This could be a wild idea, but I feel like I am not alone in this sentiment…which is exactly why I put together a melt-worthy compilation of 11 pooches from across the world. I have found that in every country–whether on the leash or wilding out–dogs almost always play “huMan’s best friend”.

I’ve taken the liberty of naming these rascals, but I can confidently claim that my captions are a credible reflection of their thinking.

11.

ZIGGY

MUMBAI, INDIA

“Fended off the mailman all week. My family is safe for now, but I am exhausted.”

10.

ANNA SOFIA

CASCAIS, PORTUGAL

“The humans call it a “tail”.  I can usually see it right here behind me…but that monster will never find me on this doggie colored beach!”

9.

ANTOINE

NICE, FRANCE

“This unwavering stare will make the glorious human food drop.”

8.

JINGIE

BALI, INDONESIA

“Ah! Put me down! My fear of heights falls between vacuum scary and lightning scary”

7.

MEKONG & SAP

LUANG PRABANG, LAOS

Mekong: “And then the Pigeon, he says, he says…you can’t catch me!”

Sap: And??? And??? Did you catch him?

Mekong: Nope.

6.

FILIP

LJUBLJANA, SLOVENIA

“You know, Sharon, I came to this treat-less cafe and sat in a chair like a human for you…at least have the decency to put away your phone.”

5.

RAMI

TRAKAI, LITHUANIA

“Oh hi! You see any land squirrels over there?! The sea squirrels are impossible to catch!”

4.

BAITU

HANOI, VIETNAM

“Sorry. I’m distracted. I just don’t know who the good boy is?”

3.

FRANCESCO

VENICE, ITALY

“I have one mission. Get to the biscuit sale immediately.”

2.

SORCHA

KERRY, IRELAND

“I know, I know…I’ve just never liked dogs my own size!”

1.

MILO

MEKONG ISLAND, CAMBODIA

“Why do you keep throwing the ball after I give it to you?”