ALLIANZ HAS BEEN insuring pets across Ireland for years now, and we’ve joined forces to bring you some of the best doggos that the country has to offer.

Last month’s poll saw three adorable dogs go head-to-head in a contest where the real winners are those of us who simply get to enjoy photos and descriptions of cute dogs. In the end, though, it was Buster the beagle puppy who ran away with it, amassing no fewer than 3008 votes for a resounding win.

Buster’s hobbies include jumping up on couches that he’s not supposed to be on and meeting new people and dogs. Thanks to his success in the Great Irish Bark Off brought to you by Allianz, Buster, like all the previous champions before him, has won a €30 voucher for online pet shop Pets.ie. 

As a reward for participating in the doggy democratic process, we would like to present you with several more photos of Buster. 

As always, our inbox was completely inundated with many wonderful dogs, all of whom deserve their time in the limelight. To that end, we’ve got an honourable mention to share with you all. 

Say hello to Russell, an 11-year-old Brussels Griffon. We actually know very little about Russell and his hobbies, but we would be remiss if we did not share this face with the rest of the world. Look at him!

To take part in next month’s poll and be in with a chance to win a prize for you and your dog, submit three pictures of your doggo by emailing competitions@thejournal.ie with the subject line ‘Bark Off’. Be sure to include your dog’s name, age, photo and a description of their personality and hobbies.