If you asked people when the happiest day in their lives was, you’d receive plenty of different answers. However, one of the common answers would be when they met their dog for the first time.
We’ve collected over 60 photos that showed people’s genuine emotions after they fell in love with their dogs just after meeting them.
1. Shoulder pup
The first time this man met his puppy, it seems like they’ve already bonded well before. The puppy felt so comfortable resting on his shoulder
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Facebook/Jerry Bushman
2. Thankful rescue
This puppy felt kindness for the first time in its life. Now that this puppy’s in safe hands, everything will be better.
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reddit/FuzzyManPeach
3. Genuine happiness
Anyone would be thrilled to meet their first pet for the first time. The shelter was able to capture this rare moment of a happy kid holding his first puppy tight.
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reddit/logically
4. Birthday present
There’s that mutual feeling of relief and happiness between the new owner and his new adopted dog. Hopefully, they’ll get along well.
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reddit/T-man696
5. We’re going home
There’s that mutual feeling of relief and happiness between the new owner and his new adopted dog. Hopefully, they’ll get along well.
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reddit/ObeytheWOLF
6. Good news
The husband received a text message from his wife and immediately checked it out. That’s when he knew that they’re about to become fur-parents.
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reddit/Futurehero317
7. Love at first sight
The first pup that you met eyes at the shelter is likely the one you’d fall in love with. Science couldn’t explain it but you can clearly see it, just like in this photo.
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Facebook/Amélie Michaud
8. Best friends fur-ever
The moment they became best friends was also the moment that they first met. It’s amazing how this special kind of chemistry exists.
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Imgur/deeeegs
9. Puppy kisses
This is how this puppy reacted after knowing that this woman’s going to be his permanent fur-mom. Mom is also happy to receive such warm kisses from her thankful pup.
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reddit/tinkerlane
10. Playful greeting
Puppies have different reactions when meeting their owners for the first time. Some would be shy, while some could be just like this pup who would start gnawing your nose all of a sudden.
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reddit/talkingxbird
11. Giving grandma some kisses
Grandparents have been known for how good they spoil and pamper their grandkids. However, they’re also great at spoiling dogs as well.
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reddit/naph8it
12. Known through scent
Even though this is the first time this man met his girlfriend’s dog, it seems like they got along in an instant. Perhaps he already got a whiff of his scent way before they first met.
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reddit/JumpscareSpen
13. Likely to be best friends
This little kid had no problems meeting someone else’s dog that’s twice as big as her. They seem to hit it off very well too.
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reddit/Jasonnnp
14. Warm embrace
This kid got to meet this thankful dog that came from the shelter. He makes sure that she’s comfortable with him while they’re having their ride back to this pooch’s new home.
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reddit/zombeejeezus
15. Carried like a baby
Although this dog met this man for the first time, it looks like they already knew each other before. She’s already comfortable enough to be cradled like a baby.
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Reddit/wickedsmaht
16. Puppy mending hearts
This man’s dog died after 14 years. His heart was broken over that loss. However, her wife surprised him by taking him to pick up their new puppy when he thought they were just going shopping. This is his reaction.
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reddit/Pianoangel420
17. Best friend’s goals
A pair of best friends got their first dogs together for the first time. They decided to let them get to know each other and become best friends as well.
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reddit/JessLevelsUp
18. Greeting the small hooman
It’s so wonderful seeing a dog’s reaction towards toddlers. They get genuinely excited but would remain gentle and calm around them at the same time.
19. Top of the world
This dog became the happiest dog after someone came to adopt him. It shows in his face that he already loves his new mom and can’t wait to see his new home.
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reddit/Talvie
20. Tugged heartstrings
Some people visit shelters only to pet dogs. Most of the time, they get their heartstrings tugged and end up leaving home with a dog.
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reddit/Taters1881
21. Elegant puppy
This first-time dog owner happened to have an elegant-looking dog for himself. Even though this pup is at his new home, he already became a spoiled prince at his throne.
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reddit/eight-oh-kate
22. Carrying a cloud
This is this woman’s first time meeting his boyfriend’s dog, yet they seem to hit it off already. She could even carry that big cloud of fluff without any problems.
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reddit/privilege
23. Excited for her new home
This puppy is way too excited to get back to her new home that she can’t stop smiling. You know just how happy she is being taken by such a kind owner.
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reddit/Hi-sup
24. Early Christmas
Like everybody else, this man just couldn’t wait to see what his Christmas present is. The moment he found out that it’s a dog, he couldn’t help but be overcome with emotions as it was his first time having one.
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reddit/DarkSpirit_
25. She knows it’s her dad
This is a wholesome moment of the pup meeting his fur-dad for the first time. She instantly felt comfortable around him that she laid on his lap to receive his belly rubs.
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reddit
26. Enjoying the view
The sun was shining bright but these two were having the time of their life bonding for the first time. The adorable puppy was comfortable enough to hide under the shade of her new owner’s clothes.
27. Baby was quite shocked
This dog was curious on what’s the thing laying down on the crib, but at the same time, the baby was also surprised to see him. Surely, they’d become best friends when the baby grows up.
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reddit/Loskys
28. The lap is the best seat
The man drove all the way to meet this dog from the shelter. He drove home with the dog sitting on his lap the whole time.
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reddit/dustball
29. The purest Valentine’s day gift
Chocolates are the most common gift to give during Valentine’s day. Although, if you want to step it up, give her a puppy.
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reddit/project_seven
30. Priceless gift
This girl shed tears of happiness after receiving a dog as her present. As much as she couldn’t hold back her emotions, she must have been excited to do lots of things with her new best friend.
31. Way to wake up in the morning
This is the best thing to wake up to – having a puppy in your arms. This man really knows how to make his girl the happiest person in the world.
32. Big Christmas surprise
You can tell the moment the man saw his Christmas gift. His emotions overflowed even after he held the puppy for the first time.
33. Sizes could differ
This man was quite shocked to find a dog that’s quite bigger than he once thought. Instead of a dog, it seems he went home with a bear on his backseat.
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reddit/wiioz
34. The cure for depression
Having a dog is an effective way to keep your emotional health better. Even after being depressed for six months, this woman gave off the widest smile after meeting a puppy.
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35. Instant playmates
There’s nothing better than seeing the chemistry between Human babies and puppies. Since they both yearn for playmates, these two got along almost instantly.
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reddit/Tahminaadm
36. Priceless reaction
This baby was frozen seeing this big, black dog appear in front of her. Although, she’ll soon grow up to know that this dog is her best friend.
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reddit/Waffle-Toast
37. Grumpy and happy
Dads often say that they don’t want dogs. Although, it mostly ends up like this after you finally get to convince them.
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reddit/RathskellerDweller
38. A ray of sunshine
You could see how happy this dog is with her new owner. She smiles brighter than the sun while being given lots of belly rubs.
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Facebook/Megan Bruce
39. Same energy
This is the first time they met each other but they give off the same vibrant energy together. They’re sure to live each day with this kind of excitement.
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reddit/zackbusselsd
40. Positive energy every day
With plenty of things going on every day, a dog could be your loyal partner that could help you get through all the way. It’s always a perfect time to get a dog
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reddit/jakecn93
41. Playful buds
It seems these two had the same idea of what to do even though they just met. You can just tell how amused the toddler is while the pooch plays gently with him.
My nephews first time meeting my dog Xico. We just adopted Xico and were so happy how sweet he was with him.
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42. Cuteness overload
Although policemen are serious about keeping our cities safe, some of them have a weak soft spot within them. This is an officer cuddling with a pup for the first time.
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Facebook/Panhandle Animal Welfare Society
43. The view from her shoulders
This woman took a puppy home from the shelter. The whole time she was driving home, the puppy leaned on her shoulder while looking at the scenery from the window.
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reddit/hcornatzer
44. A new pup, a new beginning
This person was broken-hearted after losing her very first dog. Her sorrow turned to happiness after meeting this adorable puppy and bringing it home.
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reddit/itdependsonwhoyouask
45. First time after 34 years
There’s no certain age that you’ll be able to enjoy having a dog. Even people in their sixties become the happiest after having a dog for the first time.
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reddit/desroda23
46. That look in the eye
They fell in love with each other at first sight. Even in the car, they can’t get their gazes off away from each other.
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reddit/Budzsta
47. Fur-ever playmates
You can see how they enjoy each other’s company. They make each other happier each day as they always have the energy to play with each other.
48. Enjoying the sunlight
You couldn’t ignore the big, wide smile they had while being basked in sunlight. They’re so happy meeting each other that they shone brighter than anything else.
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Facebook/Nicoletta Licciardi
49. Granpup
This dog seems to like his new grandpa. Even though he’s now with a big family, he just can’t separate himself from grandpa.
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reddit/freebrims
50. Precious moment
This large dog came running after his fur-mom calls him from her room. The moment the dog saw the baby in her arms, he immediately knew that it’ll be his new friend.
51. Adoption day
In some places, they have a special day where people could adopt dogs for free. Look at how this brought smiles to everyone.
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reddit/I_speak_Australian
52. Nice to meet you
This is the face of a newly adopted pooch. He wanted to introduce himself so he’s expecting the person to shake his paw.
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reddit/LilFourEyes
53. A kid and his new puppy
This boy was anxious about what his father’s gift was. Little did he know that he’s about to be surprised by his new puppy. Although the photograph is old, the feelings behind are timeless.
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reddit/waldemarvf
54. Priceless smiles
There’s no happier memory than getting a dog for the first time. You could just imagine the excitement and happiness this kid has while hugging his dog gently.
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reddit/DeadPeopleWalkin
55. A joyful pooch
This dog is so happy to finally have a family to take care of her that she reacted this way. The excitement from his innocent puppy eyes is just too precious to see.
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Facebook/Lort Smith
56. Dozing off to dreamland
After getting out the overflowing excitement and happiness from meeting for the first time, of course, their energies are going to be drained. Although, what’s better aftermath than this?
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Imgur/GonzoGaddy
57. Unmeasurable happiness
This is how happy this woman was after meeting her dog at a shelter. At the same time, the puppy was also overflowing with happiness being cradled by her new mom.
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Facebook/Allie Lucchetti
58. Adorable bus ride
This person decided to bring her dog while going out with her friend. This is her friend’s reaction as the dog sits on her lap for the first time.
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reddit/Keypaw
59. The best guard dog
This pup met his owner’s baby for the first time. He got the feeling that his job is to guard this baby fur-ever.
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reddit/ptyrod
60. A wholesome family
Some say that the only way you can start a family is by having a baby. Although, no one said that dogs don’t count as one.
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reddit/RunnyFool3508
You just can’t explain the kind of happiness that one gets after meeting one pet for the first time. It’s so precious that you hope that the feeling would last forever. Hopefully, these wholesome photos were able to give you a month’s worth of smiles.
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