This Man And His Dog Just Inspired The Most Adorable ‘Twinning’ Trend, And The Photos Will Make Your Day
It all started when Liam Rice, 24, from the Isle of Man, tweeted out a series of selfies with his charismatic husky Luna, who has a habit of copying his facial expressions. People loved the pics so much that they decided to try the same with their own pets, and a trend was born.
“Going viral has just been so bizarre, Liam told Bored Panda. “Usually you see people go viral for actually doing something productive, but all I did was take a picture with my dog and I woke up the next day to a frozen phone (from the notifications). It’s been so lovely though to read all the positive comments and seeing other people with their dogs!
Liam is an animal lover, he works as an animal care officer at the Manx SPCA and as well as 2-year-old Luna, he has 5 cats. After a few years of doing all kinds of work, he now feels like he’s doing his dream job. “My main duties at the ManxSPCA are caring for and rehoming dogs in the kennels,” he told us. “Fairly often I get the chance to help with the welfare side and go out and rescue animals such as cats, dogs and even more wild animals like seals!”
For those who have never heard of the Isle of Man, it is a small, wild island located in the Irish Sea, between Great Britain and Ireland. Known for its fascinating history and culture, insane motorcycle race and status as a tax-haven, it is an interesting place to live. “Life on the Isle of Man is beautiful, I am happy here and it is my home,” Liam told Bored Panda. “Although sometimes I do feel detached from the rest of the world at times! It can be hard to find someone to settle down with as I am limited with the amount of people on the island!
Well Liam’s tweets have definitely connected him with plenty of people, with over 200,000 retweets and thousands of people joining in the fun! Scroll down below to check out a few of the best so far, and don’t forget to upvote your favourites! You can also check out Liam's Instagram here.
This is Liam Rice, who started the adorable new trend of dog owners pulling the same face as their dogs
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These are great. I'm a writer and when I need a break to clear my head, I look for Bored Panda to get me going again. These are really cute and funny.
There is nothing more attractive than a man who loves cats. Unless it's a man who loves *and* rescues cats. :)
Load More Replies...It makes me wonder if the pet is imitating the human or visa-versa
Personality bounding over-the-rim. Who doesn't want to throw these two a bone? I love it!!
he copied the cone, but not the resentful expression. shame, that would have been the icing on the cake.
... And they gazed together into the night... Waiting, patiently. ... And waiting... And waiting....
I hate those things! Unnecessary horrible metal!
Load More Replies...That tongue is large enough for a deep throat during kissing ... Damn!!!
I know you are just grinning and bearing it. What would you like to say??
No Really!! I am happy, I promise. This is not a fake smile but a real one. Really!! I love this picture!!
I would happily go on a hike with both of these characters! Fun! Fun! Fun!
What gave it away? The dogs on his wall, the dogs on his pants, or the dog sharing his chew toy?
Load More Replies...Love the pants and paintings on the wall. Totally a dog person! Great pic!
This is a man who loves his and is absolutely secure in his masculinity. Love the happy pants.
Now these two are ones that would be great neighbors! You can tell they love each other :)
I CAN and WILL find that squirell, rabbit, or anything else on the other side of the fence. Just follow my tail ;)
"AHHH! I DON'T KNOW WHY I'M SCREAMING BUT THIS IS FUN SO IMA CONTINUE!"
Ooops, this is a BIT scary; NOT the adorable Dog, but the owner, He looks a WEE bit Angry!!!
Poor doggie, I would not like to be Taxidermied, maybe it just a great smile for the photo op
Sorry, can't get past the tongue thing on humans. It's stupid. Looks GREAT on a dog.
They are a perfect match! Maybe she should be a redhead to really match her doggo!
This dog being like "let the bodies hit the floor, let the bodies hit the floor, let the bodies hit the floooooooooooooooooooooooooooor"
That dog has a HUUUUGE head! You sure it's not one of those Game of Thrones wolves?
she does not care this puppy has a deformed mouth. you can tell she loves her anyway
The pic if of me! I didn't delete the comment so not sure why it disappeared! Tatiana Maslany is gorgeous! That is such a nice compliment!
Now, after you replied, Lindsay, my original comment is back. Probably not deleted, just a temporary malfunction of the comments system. I'm glad you received my comment, Lindsay, now I have an idea: what do you think would happen if you started to style yourself after Sarah, Alison, Rachel and Krystal? ;) Hope to hear more of you and your puppy!
Load More Replies...Uh... sorry for being tiresome, but yesterday I posted a reply noting the resemblance of the girl with a popular character played by actress Tatiana Maslany, and today it's gone. I apologize if my comment was considered inappropriate. But the girl does look like Cosima Niehaus.
its amazing how you can when a pets happy...look at the before and after pics of dogs that were adopted they are amazing and your so happy for them too. I don't understand any king of cruel to an animal or small child...its beyond my comprehension.
If I was 20 years younger I would so move to the Isle of Man and do my best to make sure he wouldn't get lonely.
Load More Replies...They ain't kidding with the phrase: "Some dogs look exactly like their owners."
Been to the Isle of Man for over 30 years for as described the insane TT motorcycle races where they currently top 200 miles per hour. It's a magical island, and i have been to the Manx SPCA several times and have come away from there with three Manx cats. Other than the racing it is a wonderful place to relax and the activities and places to see are endless.
Liams husky Luna is very good at his expression...Come on you young ladies dont let poor Liam be lonely....besides hes got really cute dog
Population on Isle of Man is only 80K+...He has a problem settling down cz there are not enough people. This is our chance! Hahah
If I was 20 years younger I would so move to the Isle of Man and do my best to make sure he wouldn't get lonely.
Load More Replies...They ain't kidding with the phrase: "Some dogs look exactly like their owners."
Been to the Isle of Man for over 30 years for as described the insane TT motorcycle races where they currently top 200 miles per hour. It's a magical island, and i have been to the Manx SPCA several times and have come away from there with three Manx cats. Other than the racing it is a wonderful place to relax and the activities and places to see are endless.
Liams husky Luna is very good at his expression...Come on you young ladies dont let poor Liam be lonely....besides hes got really cute dog
Population on Isle of Man is only 80K+...He has a problem settling down cz there are not enough people. This is our chance! Hahah

