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Ieva Pečiulytė

83 Wholesome Pics Of Adopted Rescue Pets Who Are Learning The Meaning Of “Home” (February Edition)

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Many of you Bored Panda readers are likely here for the monthly pet adoption photos, and understandably so. Seeing an adorable animal find a new home brings soul-stirring emotions that will make you forget about your daily stressors.

For those of you who have been looking forward to these pieces, wait no more. Here is this month’s edition of adopted pets, and these images are as endearing as they come.

If you’re looking for a cuteness overload to cleanse your timeline of all the negativity, this list should do the trick.

#1 Ernie (Left) Was Adopted Recently And Has One Eye. Goose (Right) Has Both Eyes But Wanted Ernie To Feel Welcome

#2 My Picture Of Lyla And Her Newly Adopted Cat Became My #1 Post Of All Time. As A Thank You, Here’s A Bonus Pic I Call “Don’t Ever Talk To Me Or My Daughter Again!”

#3 Got Adopted By A Cat Today

Many people who want pets would likely rather go to a store and buy one. However, experts agree that adopting is the better option for a handful of reasons. One of them is preventing overpopulation.

To provide more context, 2023 statistics show that there are 900 million dogs worldwide, with a “large portion” being strays. Worse, 480 million of them were believed to be feral.

#4 Just Adopted This Lil Sweetie, Her Name Is Siggy!

#5 Thought I Was Adopting A Cat But Ended Up With A Truck-Driver

#6 Adoption With A Surprise 😅😍 She Arrived Home And 10 Days Later Had Beautiful Puppies 😍

There are also advantages to taking in an adult pet. According to Worldwide Veterinary Service, adult dogs, in particular, already know some basic commands, which makes them easier to be housetrained.

#7 Just Adopted This Beautiful Boy

#8 My Dog Has Decided To Adopt A Kitten 🥲

#9 Just Adopted A New Kitten And Look At That Tiny Tongue!!

Many people who have adopted pets would agree that having their new furry companion around has improved their mental health. Studies have corroborated this, stating that people who reported losing their sense of purpose have felt more in control of their lives after adopting a pet.

Other studies reveal that having a pet not only improves brain health but also reduces the brain’s age by up to 15 years.

#10 Adopted Him 3 Days Ago. I Was Told He’s Very Shy. Every Time I Pet His Stomach He Does This. Is It S Good Sign?

#11 Kringle Got Adopted !!! 🎉🎉 His Adopter Drove 4 1/2 Hours One Way To Get Him!

#12 We Adopted Yoshi After He Was Rescued From A Single House With 40+ Cats

People who have apprehensions about adopting a pet may hold misconceptions about shelter animals. Virginia Tech’s College of Veterinary Medicine dispelled those notions, beginning with possible behavioral issues.

“With patience, consistency, and love, most shelter pets can overcome challenges and become well-adjusted, loving companions,” the article reads.

#13 I Adopted My First Cat On Friday!!

#14 This Is Gizmo, We Just Adopted Him. He's 3yo And The Happiest Most Spoiled Ever Thx Bye

#15 Just Adopted These Two! One Is A Lover And The Other Is Spicy, I'm Sure You Can Figure Out Which Is Which

We would also like to hear from you, our readers. Which of these pets would you adopt on a whim if you saw them in a shelter? Share your thoughts in the comment boxes below!