High fives are the best way to acknowledge someone’s existence.

Think about it – a kiss is reserved for a finite group of people in your life, hugging gets very awkward (especially when the other person is Yao Ming), hand shakes can spread bacteria that lead to bed rest, and a wave might actually not be intended for you, but the person behind you. Awkward.

High fives, however, get the job done. Did you find five dollars in the pocket of those jeans you haven’t worn since last month? High five. Finally text that girl “sup” after four hours? High five, bro. Did you save the planet and the human race from total annihilation? Unlimited high fives for you.

In celebration of National High Five Day, we sent our panda out to do just that. Because who wouldn’t want a little love from a panda?