A dog can be a hiker’s best friend, and great company… but like their human compadres, they’re not always the most dignified while doing it. That said there’s nothing like a comedy dog for a laugh when you’re out in the hills. So here’s a celebration of running dogs from Reddit and YouTube that make will always raise a smile!

sumindless’ dog shares the face we all have a few miles into a run.

Oh, is that just me, then?

degonnyxx posts this marvelous specimen at full gallop. Majestic.

xcpete910’s dog tucks his ears in, for maximum aerodynamicism. Smart.

jmscrttndn’s dog enjoys the thrill of the chase.

Ch4nc3’s dog was not expecting to be photographed.

WillandEko’s dog likes to take a running jump before a hug.

Now some dogs are just show-offs:

And if you ever wonder why dogs love it so much? This first hand GoPro strapped to an excitable running dog called Walter should answer that question: