40 Most Wholesome Rescue Pet Photos Of This Month (February Edition)
We spend huge lumps of money looking for happiness—some sense of fulfillment—hoping it can be bought, achieved, consumed, or traveled to. What if the answer has been staring right at you, wagging its tail, twitching its whiskers, and sniffing the air with that mysteriously moist nose?
There aren’t many decisions in life as rewarding and life-changing as adopting a pet. Just think about it—you save a life and get a best friend for life. Bored Panda has compiled a list of newly adopted animal testimonials of the month, because nothing makes us so happy as these cutie pies settling into their brand new families.
More boosts for your happiness hormones—aka endorphins, dopamine, and serotonin, we miss you guys!—await you at our previous wholesome rescue pet compilations here, here, and here. Also, scroll down to read Bored Panda’s interview with Kelly DiCicco, the manager at the ASPCA Adoption Center, about how animal adoption works in the US and what you need to know before making this decision.
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Thank you for giving this sweet kitty a home.
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That’s one big range doggo 😀
Kelly DiCicco, the manager at the ASPCA Adoption Center, told Bored Panda that “approximately 6.5 million companion animals enter US animal shelters nationwide every year—3.3 million dogs and 3.2 million cats.” Fortunately, DiCicco has seen a tremendous improvement in the adoption rates around the country, but there are still millions of homeless animals at risk who need a safe and loving home.
If you’re about to adopt a four-legged friend, make sure that everyone in your family is on board. DiCicco said that “the first step when considering adoption is to make sure everyone in the household is ready for the responsibility.” Some of us worry that we might not connect with a shelter dog, but the manager at the ASPCA emphasizes that “these animals truly do have so much love to give.”
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You’re so lucky they get along so well! Congratulations! Clearly they needed each other and you.
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I think I just got a little misty-eyed…….
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you opened a can of tuna for that pic, right? 😀
There are countless benefits of adopting a shelter animal, says Kelly DiCicco, from “freeing up space and resources for another animal in need” to “putting an end to cruel breeding facilities.”
For those who don’t know, puppy mills are factory-type breeding facilities that profit from large quantities of animals. The Humane Society of the United States claims that “animals from puppy mills are housed in shockingly poor conditions with improper medical care, and are often very sick and behaviorally troubled as a result.”
They target unsuspecting consumers who shop for animals on the internet, at pet stores, or through ads. Turning to an animal shelter is the only safe way to get a canine or a feline friend without supporting this flawed practice.
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Awwwww!!!! Look how much this dog is trying to say Thank You and Please keep me! I hope they have many many happy and safe years together.
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is that a dog? or a sheep?
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Pupper smiles are the best!!
Most importantly, “Beyond just helping an animal in need, you’re giving your new pet an opportunity to find their voice; to be themselves and get a second chance to become a pet beyond the walls of a shelter.”
Remember that adopting a pet means a commitment for up to 15 years of your life. “Sometimes a match simply doesn’t work out, and that’s okay! Should it not work out, it’s recommended to try rehoming the animal with a friend or family member who may be a better match.” Kelly DiCicco explained that even if you can’t find someone within your network who is better equipped for your pet, you can always reach back out to the shelter and ask for their help. But you’ll never know if you never try!
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So much goodness in this lil creature!!! Thank you for sharing!!!!!
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she made me smile 🙂 thank you!
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give him all the treats! ALL OF THEM
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Awwwww! I love to see one animal helping another. Things turned out great for all of you! Congratulations
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Absolutely adorable……but I bet he can hear the sun come up in the morning
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13/10 happiest floof and good boi
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He looks like he borrowed grandmas dentures
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Pandora has the universe in her eyes.
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When your pet needs a therapy pet…cute
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” you mean I get to stays here? For real?”
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Woah … majestic floof … lucky human
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I love this. Animals age and their world gets smaller as they become less mobile. It’s good for them to get out and about and sniff the air.
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me when i am down and suddenly smell food 😀
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May all your failure be as pretty and fluffy as this one.
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yes! the collar! you did great
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He looks like a happy one, too! The dog made a great choice!
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Must. Resist. Nose. Boop.
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They had so much fun, they tired themselves out.
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watermelon cat!
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I absolutely cannot take this level of cuteness……must force self to look away…..so hard……awww…….can’t stop too cute
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His coat looks like velvet……you have the next supermodel on your hands!
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i want to give her belly rubs for the rest of my life *_* look at that floofy belly!!
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Sunshine is the colour of the golden rays of the sun. Congratulations on adopting a lovely kitty.
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cute little rottweiler (i guess) 🙂
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That ear!
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😛
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is that a big phone or a small kitten 😀
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Love the colors!!
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Cats will sleep anywhere. Kipling is very cute.
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