10 Dog Quotes About Friendship

Who better to teach us about true friendship than “man’s best friend”?

Dogs show us what it means to love unconditionally, forgive quickly, and stand loyally by the ones they care about. Whether they’re wagging their tails or leaning gently into our side, their presence is a powerful reminder of the kind of friend we all hope to be.

Enjoy these 10 sweet quotes about friendship—each one inspired by our four-legged companions.

Dog Quotes about Friendship

“Animals are such agreeable friends. They ask no questions, they pass no criticisms.” ― George Eliot

“The reason a dog has so many friends is that he wags his tail instead of his tongue.” – Anonymous

“A best friend is someone who loves you when you forget to love yourself.” — Anonymous

“A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself.” ― Josh Billings

“When the Man waked up he said, ‘What is Wild Dog doing here?’ And the Woman said, ‘His name is not Wild Dog any more, but the First Friend, because he will be our friend for always and always and always.’ ” ― Rudyard Kipling

“I think dogs are the most amazing creatures; they give unconditional love. For me, they are the role model for being alive.” — Gilda Radner

“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

“Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole.” — Roger Caras

“No one appreciates the very special genius of your conversation as the dog does.” — Christopher Morley

“A true friend leaves paw prints on your heart.” — Unknown

Wishing you comfort and joy!