You don't have to love dogs to love the calming effect of this pose.  Allow the tension in your forehead to melt away.  Relax your face muscles.  Soothe your busy mind with this calming pose and stretch your lower and upper back too.  Close your eyes and invite yourself to check in with your breathing.  You might invite an inner smile by allowing your mind to release stress and come to think about something joyful...it doesn't have to be puppies...you get to choose.  Return to this practice anytime you are feeling busy-minded or overwhelmed.