Regardless of the type of animals that people own, over time, they become more than just pets. Soon, they’re family. And while some call it sweet and others creepy, they have a way of looking into their owner’s soul. Sometimes, it’s because they want more attention than they’re getting and other times because they were just scolded for doing something bad.

No matter the reason, pets have an uncanny way of looking at you that makes them appear fragile. To better understand what we mean, check out these 60 photos. If you’re a pet owner, you’ll get it right away.