As loyal best friends and dedicated members of the family, dogs are beloved all over the world. And anyone who has a dog will agree that they deserve a day of worship.
You might be interested, therefore, to hear that in Nepal, there is in fact a Day of the Dog. This year, Kukur Tihar was celebrated on October 20, 2025, as a part of the wider Tihar festival. It’s a day when dogs are blessed with prayers, decorated with flower garlands, and given lots of extra love, attention, and snacks.
So, what is this festival, and why does it happen? Click on to find out, and check out some incredibly cute photos.