Here’s what you need to know about Nepal’s dog festival

Did you know Nepal has a dog festival? Every dog has its day, and for canines in Nepal that phrase could not be more literal. Every year Nepal celebrates 'Kukur Tihar', the annual Hindu festival where dogs are worshiped to please the god of death, Yama. Kukur Tihar, also known as "day of the dogs," is a part of a five-day festival which take place around Diwali.

Every year Nepal celebrates 'Kukur Tihar', the annual Hindu festival where dogs are worshiped to please the god of death, Yama. ( Photo | AP )