This year, we asked Hereford Times readers to send their pet pictures in, to celebrate the day with us.
Without further adieu, here’s a small selection of some of our readers cherished pets.
Ernie, keeping his toy close to him! (Image: Alison Battershill)
Bright-eyed Amber, getting ready to have her food! (Image: Hanmarie Newt)
Buster, in his knitted jumper! (Image: Sharon Nicholls)
Maggie and Monty, posing by the Christmas tree. (Image: Katy Bow)
Ronnie and Reggie, in matching bandanas! (Image: Ros Edwards)
Baily the beagle, posing for the camera! (Image: Naomi York)
Rescue cat Evie, who is two and a half years old. (Image: Mo Webb)
1-year-old Lolly, who enjoys sitting on the beams in her home. (Image: Emma Donovan)
Colourful Bingo the budgie. (Image: Elaine Lloyd)
Tootsie the cat enjoying time outdoors. (Image: Ruth Powell)
Dylan, who recently celebrated his 13th birthday! (Image: Jackie Stokes)
Fyodor, Melody, Patrick,Joey, Ruby,Betty,Margo, Pooh-Bear and Prudence! (Image: Lauren Courtenay)
Millie enjoying having her picture taken! (Image: Julie Shuck)
Tooty, a ball of fluff. (Image: Stewart Davies)
Koraya, Sapphire and Elora posing for the camera. (Image: Charity Dixon)
Mable, enjoying time in a basket! (Image: Michaela Eleanor Lewis)
Pascal the bearded dragon. (Image: Megan Baker)
Coco, a Spanish rescue from Cordoba. (Image: Mo Webb)