Sports World Celebrates National Puppy Day on Social Media

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Happy #NationalPuppyDay!  pic.twitter.com/4j6DnwjXyi

— Houston Rockets (@HoustonRockets) March 23, 2017"

Everything gets a day now, and Thursday marked all dogs' turn to enjoy the spotlight with National Puppy Day.

Sports often leads to derision on social media, but players, teams and leagues all came together to celebrate a rare common love. Take a break from bickering and enjoy photos and videos of man's best friend:

[Twitter, Instagram]