This week marks the celebration of the 75th National Dog Week. Dating back to 1928, Captain Will Judy created the week as a way to make sure all dog owners were educated in caring for their pets.

WATCH THE VIDEO:

This year’s theme is “Man’s Best Friend.” The Evening Mail are running a competition to find South Cumbria's most amazing pooches!

Send a photo of yourself and your dog in to:

gabrielle.rowley@nwemail.co.uk

The winner of the competition will receive a deluxe goodie hamper of treats and toys and the best entries will be featured in our paper and online.

Do you love a good dog film? See if you can name all of the canine heroes in our quiz!