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20+ Inspiring Pet Photos Sure To Lift Your Spirits

Damjan
by Damjan
15 Mar 2022

Pets have a way of turning ordinary days into something worth smiling about. One minute they are being goofy, the next they are doing something so sweet or clever that it feels impossible not to brag about them.

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This collection brings together 21 pet photos that show off that mix of chaos, charm, and unexpected brilliance. From tiny acts of comfort to full-on heroic moments, each one is a reminder of why people are so attached to their animals.

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Scroll through the list and see which one melts your heart first.

1. “25-year anniversary with my best friend today. Brought him home August 18, 1996. He still makes my heart melt.”

1. “25-year anniversary with my best friend today. Brought him home August 18, 1996. He still makes my heart melt.”
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2. “She was scared of the thunder, so I made her a fort.”

2. “She was scared of the thunder, so I made her a fort.”
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3. “They swapped...”

3. “They swapped...”
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4. Just call me Seven.

4. Just call me Seven.
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5. Is this dog melting?

5. Is this dog melting?
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That one definitely needed a closer look.

6. Just wanted a cup of coffee...

6. Just wanted a cup of coffee...
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7. "Found a stray kitty at a job site 😊"

7. "Found a stray kitty at a job site 😊"
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8. “The way my new kitten was looking at my husband on the way home.”

8. “The way my new kitten was looking at my husband on the way home.”
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9. "She has a boyfriend."

9. "She has a boyfriend."
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The American Pet Products Association (APPA) found that 68 percent of U.S. households own a pet. There are around 90 million dogs and 94 million cats in U.S. homes.

Horses are among the least popular types of animals to keep, with around 1.6 million households owning a horse.

Speaking of adoption bonds, this is similar to the heartwarming photos of newly adopted pets and their humans.

10. "Meet Shiba, the goodest boy!"

10. "Meet Shiba, the goodest boy!"
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11. “Jellybean does not like the cone of shame. He tolerates the flower of protection.”

11. “Jellybean does not like the cone of shame. He tolerates the flower of protection.”
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12. When you have been feeding and taking care of your pets, but they prefer your husband:

12. When you have been feeding and taking care of your pets, but they prefer your husband:
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Some pets really do pick favorites.

13. "Double layer of cuteness."

13. "Double layer of cuteness."
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14. "The way my cat waits for me outside the bathroom."

14. "The way my cat waits for me outside the bathroom."
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15. Cute as a button. And the same size...

15. Cute as a button. And the same size...
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16. “Bought some Halloween décor at a thrift store, and now I can’t find my cat.”

16. “Bought some Halloween décor at a thrift store, and now I can’t find my cat.”
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17. Don't worry, Mom is here...

17. Don't worry, Mom is here...
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That is the kind of comfort pets are famous for.

18. Get well soon, honey.

18. Get well soon, honey.
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19. “Picking up this little guy on Friday. I need name ideas; any suggestions?”

19. “Picking up this little guy on Friday. I need name ideas; any suggestions?”
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20. Meeting his family after so long.

20. Meeting his family after so long.
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21. Doggy saves the day! A true hero!

21. Doggy saves the day! A true hero!
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Interesting information: Total pet industry expenditure reached around $109.6 billion in 2021. These numbers are expected to rise.

We are spoiling our pets more and more, and it’s a good thing because they deserve it. Just remember, no gift can make up for time spent together.

So if you are trying to make up for not spending enough time with your pet, don’t. They will appreciate your attention much more than a new chew toy.

That is the real pet upgrade.

Want more “then and now” love stories, where pets age with their humans? Read these then-and-now pet and owner photos.

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