It's been an eventful winter. 

We've already had a handful of winter storms, snarled highways and an epic lake-effect blitz that brought up to 88 inches of snow to Buffalo, New York.  

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For many, the cold weather, snow and freezing rain have been brutal, so it's nice to have a reminder of the lighter side of the season. 

Just like humans, some dogs are lovers of the snow; some are decidedly not. These photos of adorable dogs -- some displaying joy, some hesitancy, many looking completely insane -- are sure to melt your heart. If you have a photo of your pooch playing in the powder, upload them here.