The smiling animal was pictured behind him when the pope attended a special dog training session at St Peter's Square in Rome.
Pope Francis was speaking at his weekly general audience and took photos with worshippers afterwards.
Good morning! Here is a photo of Pope Francis and a happy dog. pic.twitter.com/hR61r1Rb5u
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Pope Francis then blessed the animals that had been brought along and petted them.
The Italian Federation for dog sports had brought along the dogs for the special occasion.
