Space dogs

A street dog named Laika became the lop-eared icon of the Soviet space program when she was blasted into orbit in 1957. Sixty years on we look at the handful of images that remain of the little dog that helped pave the way to space.

Soviet Space Dogs by Jess Bradley, an adorable illustration that pays tribute to the canine cosmonauts. via Hey Oscar Wilde!

Astro the Space Dog designed by Hannah Alspaugh. Connect with them on Dribbble; the global community for designers and creative professionals.

Space Dogs by Celeste Ciafarone

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Description Laika, Belka & Strelka

Alex Wellerstein examines the legacy of Laika, the Soviet space dog launched sixty years ago aboard Sputnik 2, humanity’s second-ever satellite.

Laika was the first animal in space.

Laika Sticker Sheet | Space Dog Craft Vinyl Sticker Sheet A 4in x 6in sticker sheet featuring 10 stickers of varying sizes and complexity, all themed around Laika the space dog! These stickers are printed on water resistant vinyl, but I would NOT recommend them for outdoor use.