Can you remember the first time you ever saw snow?
Although we may have a different reaction to snow as adults, our initial experiences with this magical white dust are usually full of amazement and wonder. How is it possible that such a huge wash of crystals could fall from the sky? On top of that, we find out soon after that we can use it to create all kinds of things—igloos, snow forts, snowmen and snowballs. Our enthusiasm may dampen with age (nobody likes being cold, after all), but snow remains an incredible experience the first time.
As it turns out, animals share that same amazement! Here are 30 of the cutest examples of animals playing in the snow for the first time.
1. This tigery-looking cat’s face says it all.
Cats aren’t usually known for their enthusiasm—but this one might change your mind about that. All it takes is snow, apparently.
2. This dog is so excited it’s actually a little frightening.
Whatever you do, don’t get between this dog and his snow!
3. Who knew corgis could actually jump for joy?
4. Polar bears may live in the snow—but that doesn’t make the first time any less adorable.
5. Sometimes you just have to cry out to the heavens.
We’ll be honest, this Persian cat looks completely terrified.
6. Not every reaction to the snow has to be so dramatic, though.
This guy looks very at peace—though it’s not too surprising that a husky would feel at home in the snow.
7. And then there’s this guy.
If you’re going to throw a snowball at your dog, you’ve gotta be ready for a reaction like this.
8. This cat describes how most of us look at winter as adults.
It’s times like these that a cup of hot cocoa sounds pretty good. Do cats drink hot cocoa?
9. Extreme blep-ing is also a valid snow reaction.
Wonder. Awe. Blep.
10. This is a more standard reaction you might expect from a cat.
That is one big, excited cat.
11. As it turns out, bunnies like to play in the snow too.
Eating the snow is also encouraged (as long as it’s clean)!
12. Aside from the snow, this may be the cutest puppy of all time.
Just look at those eyes and those little paws! Still, he mostly looks like he wants to go inside to warm up…
13. This cocker spaniel is looking truly majestic while he explores.
When you’ve got a winter wonderland to explore, a little bit of snow clumping is ok.
14. This little guy doesn’t need a snowboarder to catch some air!
Frolicking through the snow is definitely the right reaction in this situation.
15. As it turns out, not everybody likes the snow—even the first time.
The footsteps really tell an entire story, here.
16. This cat also doesn’t seem to like the snow very much.
You can really see the terror in this poor little guy’s eyes.
17. It’s official: Huskies really love the snow.
Look at how proud he is of himself!
18. Dogs can be filled with just as much wonder as people can.
A special shout-out to the photographer on this one, as well—what a great shot!
19. Not every animal is so quick to embrace new things.
And hey, sometimes it pays to be a little cautious.
20. Rarely has a dog ever looked this joyful.
The smile on this guy’s face is priceless.
21. Just like huskies, malamutes also really love the snow.
Now, this looks like the beginning of a beautiful friendship—between dog and snow, that is.
22. When you’ve got a lot of fur, rolling around in the snow is a lot of fun!
23. Even tigers like to play in the snow.
And some tigers are a little more mischievous than others, it turns out.
24. It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s a snow dog!
Playing in the snow doesn’t get much more fun than this.
25. Screaming seems to be a common theme among all animals.
Sometimes fear and excitement are too close to call.
26. Let’s not forget about bears—they like the snow, too.
He might be excited but this guy also looks pretty chilly.
27. Look, Mom—I can catch snowflakes, too!
Everybody did this as a kid and apparently, dogs do too.
28. If only we could all look so regal in the snow.
This one is harder to read. Is that surprise? Fear? We’ll let you be the judge.
29. Dogs might have the most reliably cheerful reactions to the snow.
I think we all wish we could be this happy all the time.
30. Then again, sometimes even dogs can be skeptical.
Either that, or he’s just squinting into the West, contemplating his life.
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