Sunday (October 4) was World Animal Day across the globe!

The day was dedicated to taking care of, protecting and loving animals - however big or small!

According to the World Animal Day website, the aim of the event is: "To raise the status of animals in order to improve welfare standards around the globe.

"Building the celebration of World Animal Day unites the animal welfare movement, mobilising it into a global force to make the world a better place for all animals. It's celebrated in different ways in every country, irrespective of nationality, religion, faith or political ideology.

"Through increased awareness and education we can create a world where animals are always recognised as sentient beings and full regard is always paid to their welfare."

What's On writer Emily with Ollie

And while World Animal Day may be over, nobody needs an excuse to fawn over cute pictures of creatures great and small.

Click through the gallery at the top of the article to see pictures of YOUR adorable dogs, cats, rodents and more!

And if you need a bigger cute-fix, here are some MORE photos from August's National Dog Day!