Odin is a small dog with small paws, small ears, and a small tail that wags when happy. Odin, on the other hand, was everything from the little guy on his big day.

Odin currently resides in Mexico with Joyce Cetina and her family. Odin has showered love and compassion on his family every day since they adopted him three years ago.

“He was an extremely dedicated partner,” Joyce told The Dodo. “He loves to hug and play.”

As Odin’s birthday approached earlier this month, Cetina’s family wanted to celebrate. They surprised Odin with a feast to show their respect for him.

Odin was surprised – and touched – to learn that they still remembered his birthday:

Cetinas bought a dog-friendly cake and decorated it. The surprise was then revealed to Odin.

“He was a little confused at first. He didn’t know what it was about,” Joyce said. “Then he realized all eyes were on him and the cake was for him. He was overjoyed.”

Of course, no birthday would be complete without a happy birthday song – and Odin is no exception.

Here’s a video of Odin doing it all (complete with his own special cake):

“He really liked it,” Joyce added.

Odin was then given other gifts that he also liked. “Most of all,” Joyce added, “he appreciated the countless kisses and cuddles he received.”

Odin and the other little dogs deserve it.

Even though it was Odin’s big day (or rather, the anniversary of the day they adopted him), his family felt like they received the greatest gift of all.

“Of course, Odin is loved and pampered all year round,” Joyce explains. “But today is an important day for us because it is the day he entered our lives. He brings us a lot of joy.”