'Hot Dog Summer' Is Upon Us and These 13 Pups Are Proof That It Will Be Awesome

Summertime brings some of life's simplest pleasures: a day at the beach, a dunk in the pool, a double-dipped ice cream cone. Turns out, these are some of our furry friends' favorite pastimes too. I mean, who doesn't love lazing in a sunny spot while the world passes by?

Whether you're headed for the coast or chilling in your backyard, you'll want some good company this summer. And there's no better companion than man's best friend. These 13 Instagram posts of dogs enjoying summer are so adorable that you won't even worry about that wet dog smell. 

The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, and these pups are ready to play. 

Surf's up for this pooch posse. What's better than catching waves with your best buds?

Uh oh! Being a golden doesn't mean you're always a ray of sunshine. But it does mean you're cute even when you're grumpy.

This adorable Frenchie is taking some time off from making scooter videos to chillax in the pool. Midgie looks like a total #influencer in her ruffly swimsuit.

No fires spotted out here on the open seas. Even puppy heroes need a vacation sometimes!

"Look Mom, I fit!" You're never too big to play in the kiddy pool, especially with that sweet face.

Who says you can't teach an old dog new tricks? Okay, Prince probably isn't that old, but we're proud of him regardless.  

Nothing says summertime like a nice cold popsicle. We can only assume Jackson loved every chilly bite.

The summer sun is no joke when you're covered in fur. Little Dixxon may look shy, but we bet he'll be back in the pool in no time. 

What could be cuter than oversize goggles on a miniature-size weenie? Absolutely nothing. 

These mini doxies are a lot less intimidating than their bandanas might imply. 

Edward the Frenchie might sparkle in the sun—where he should be wearing doggie sunscreen. Good thing he's dodging rays in the shade.

Peek-a-boop! Goldendoodle Lincoln is clearly loving his day on the waves. 

Check out the buns on this Corgi! His name may be Tofu, but his costume is anything but.