A lot of animals have gone through worse or maybe even the worst things in their life. Although, there are a lot of people who are willing to change that. When they took these pets with them, you can see how they changed for the better.
See these 35 animals whose lives became better after they were given the love and warmth they didn’t know they deserve.
1. Adopted a dog
This rescue cat has some peculiar habits and his new owner only knew about it after he adopted her. She pants like a dog while waiting for his owner to throw the ball. Makes you wonder if she’s really a cat or not.
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Reddit - ik3gdvip
2. Quarantine buddy
The pandemic has been tough for all of us. Thus, we all need a companion that could make us feel at ease during these unfortunate times. For this person is his adopted cat Ahsoka.
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Reddit - jamsax1
3. Now a hiking expert
Before this smiling doggo even became a family’s source of happiness, he was once a scared and anxious dog at the shelter. Now, he’s their best hiking companion.
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Reddit - MisterMehMehMeh
4. Love-filled eyes
You’d know true love when you see one. When you look at this rescue cat’s eyes, you’ll see how much he appreciates his owners for taking him home. Furthermore, his fur-parents say that he’s one polite kitty.
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Reddit - LovelyNahi
5. Cuddlebug kitty
At first this cat would sleep only at the opposite end of the couch. It did not take long for Bug the rescue cat to be sleeping on his hooman’s face every nap time.
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Reddit - ldybug263
6. Instant love
Adopted animals may take some time to adapt to their new home. Knowing this, this cat’s new fur-parents prepared themselves for their adopted cat’s timid phase. They were just surprised by what they saw 30 minutes later.
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Reddit - juliacodes
7. First fancy bed
Who knows what kind of life animals have gone through before getting adopted. This cat just had his first fancy cat bed. Even though he’s blind, he knows that his new bed is better than what he was used to in the shelter.
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Reddit - beaannola
8. Back to being a puppy
This poor husky came from an abusive household. He never experienced living like a puppy and he even doesn’t have toys. In his new home, he’s surrounded by them and he’s reliving his puppy years the way they should be.
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Reddit - Deesing82
9. First comfy car ride
This puppy was just adopted from the shelter. Although, she already gets to freely sit in front and without her cage. She seems a very good pooch.
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Reddit - julesinlrar
10. Quick to adapt
This cat was just adopted last night but look at how comfortable he is already after reaching his new home. He probably knows that he’s safe and protected, and he will not worry about being a carefree cat in his new home.
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Reddit - slothglass
11. Fur-mom is the queen
Cats are usually the ones who are bossy and spoiled. However, this adopted cat is the opposite. In fact, this kitty is the one bringing his new fur-mom her slippers whenever she needs them.
12. Curious about the bath
Adorable kitten can’t help but be curious about the bubbly water in the bathtub. He was once a stray kitten which is probably why he seems genuinely interested in it. He might even want to take a dip in it.
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Reddit - orionx97
13. This cat already knows
When this lady came in to see him at the shelter, this cat feels like he’s about to be taken home. To make a good first impression, he sits on the lady’s lap. Well, guess what, he was right after all.
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Reddit - gangbangkrang
14. Dad gets a dog
some dads are insistent on not having a pet at home. However, when he came across this senior dog, he decided to take him home. “I just couldn’t stand to imagine him alone at that age,” he said.
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Reddit - 420wasabisnappin
15. Beautiful transformation
This kitten was first found bathed in dirt and mud. However, there is a big change in this kitten’s life after getting adopted. After a few years of being taken care of in a loving home, this is her now.
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Reddit - stateofsonder_
16. He’s not hiding anymore
When this cat was first adopted, he spent the first three weeks hiding under a chair. However, his new fur-parents were just surprised when he opened up to them one day. He’s now sleeping with his hoomans every night.
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Reddit - birdsong24
17. Genuine happiness
There is that face of happiness when shelter animals feel like they’re finally going to their fur-ever home. For this dog, she couldn’t help but show his biggest smile on the camera with her new fur-dad.
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Reddit - cheshirechris28
18. A comfortable new home
It was just the first week when this pooch was first just brought home from the shelter. However, he’s already grown comfortable in her new home. Her innocent puppy eyes and his smile says “Finally, I’m home.”
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Reddit - epckitks
19. Found comfort in his rescuer’s arms
This kitten was unfortunately left alone but he’s lucky that some kind strangers picked him up. When they reached home, he’s already sleeping in his rescuer’s arms. Who would think of abandoning this poor kitten alone in the first place?
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Reddit - siminsu
20. Mom’s new rescue dog
This mom got her first dog after 70 years. This gentle giant with a mixed breed is pampered like a king who goes with her everywhere she goes. There is no limit to their newfound friendship.
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Reddit - renothedog
21. Settled for the best
Sometimes it takes a long time for a new pet to settle into its new home. However, this 11-year old rescue, Jersey, has already settled in like he’s already living with his new family for a long time.
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Reddit - JewCanoe42
22. Couch potato
Before this dog even became a couch potato, he couldn’t even step inside his new home. He’s a newly rescued pup. Only a week was all it took for him to become this comfortable towards his new family.
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Reddit - Aceyleafeo
23. Slowly gaining trust
No one knows what kind of harsh life this pooch had gone through. However, when this person welcomed this pooch to her new home, it’s slowly beginning to change. Although there’s still some trauma left, her new fur-parent is dedicated to gain her trust.
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Reddit - dubery
24. Adorable rescue pup
This puppy was suffering from a fungal infection before being adopted. In just 3 days, with the help of his new fur parent, the fungal spread is slowly starting to clear up. He’s also started opening up to his new owner by that time.
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Reddit - Hauserdontpreach
25. He just needs a little warmth
This poor puppy was still scared even after being taken to a lovely home. However, he’s slowly feeling the warmth that his owners are giving him. Hopefully, his new fur-parents will be able to change him for the better.
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Reddit - blharris7588
26. Buns also need some love
After this person adopted this rescue bunny, he saw that it’s already starting to feel comfortable in its new home. There’s no doubt that he’ll find comfort in a bed that’s just as soft and warm as him.
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Reddit - QUICH3
27. Sweet kitten learns how to purr
This 2-month old kitten does not know how to show his love towards humans. However, only after a day this person adopted him from his friend, this sweet kitty started purring at him. He looks so happy in this photo.
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Reddit - dasgts
28. Kitty learns how to give back his love
It’s already seven years but this rescue cat still locked some parts of him towards his owners. However, her owner was just surprised when he suddenly jumped and flopped on her lap. Imagine the happiness her owner felt when this happened.
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Reddit - PurrfectClowder
29. “I accept you”
This rescue cat seems like he finally found his fur-ever parents. His wide-eyed stares just melt your heart. He knows that he’s with the right people.
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Reddit - SucculentPenguino
30. Enjoying the summer heat
This adopted cat just experienced his first summer for the first time. By the look of him, he’s very much enjoying the gentle rays from the sun. He’s even asking for belly rubs at the same time.
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Reddit - Krzyszkot
31. First true love
This dog has felt love for the first time in her life, and now this is how he looks at his owner. He even wraps his paw around his fur-dad. You can’t deny how cute this is.
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Reddit - klondikebaryum
32. The first tail wag that he showed his owners
For more than four months, they never saw their dog show enthusiasm into their walks. However, one morning, they finally found her wagging her tail. Even though it was raining, this sweet pooch still showed her owners that she wanted to have a walk.
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Reddit - crabigail98
33. Heartwarming story
This is this dog’s first time running at the beach. Before he lived in an abusive breeding environment and no one knows how terrified he was every day. However, the first time he went to the beach was the first time he let go of those terrifying feelings.
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Reddit - riversideted
34. He loves his first grooming
Life had been going well for this pooch with his owner. However, it became even greater after he experienced being groomed for the first time. His face tells you how much he loves every bit of it.
35. Thankful to his savior
This friendly cat was caught in a very perilous situation as a wildfire broke out near him. Fortunately, this brave firefighter came to save him just on time. This is him showing his utmost gratitude towards his savior. Hopefully, he’s living with him now.
These animals couldn’t be more thankful for the people which potentially saved their lives. They are slowly giving back the kindness that they received from their owners, and they’re very happy about it.
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