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Adopting a pet is a big responsibility. But if you have the right conditions and do the homework, the rewards of saving an animal in need outweigh most concerns and fears surrounding it.

Every month, we at Bored Panda go through the subreddit r/BeforeNAfterAdoption and hand-pick adorable photos that show animals enjoying their second chance at life. Whether it will inspire you to get a pet, donate to a shelter, or simply make your day, it's a win-win. May 2021 was no exception.

Continue scrolling to check out what the subreddit has blessed us with this time, and when you're done, fire up our earlier posts for more heartwarming pics: April, March, February.

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#1

My Foster Dog Had Never Been Indoors Before. This Is Her First Nap, On A Bed, In A Home

Sleeping rescue dog curled up on a bed with a purple blanket, showcasing wholesome rescue pet comfort and care.

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    My Foster Kitten Is Part Domestic Shorthair, Part Vampire

    Sleeping rescue kitten resting peacefully on a vintage wooden bench in a cozy indoor setting.

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    #3

    Anytime Someone Asks To Adopt The Pups Separately I Send Them This Picture

    Two small rescue dogs cuddling on a dark blanket on a sofa, capturing a wholesome rescue pet moment.

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    #4

    A Fantastic Blep From My Newly Adopted Blind Old Kitty, Ambrose

    Close-up of a rescue cat with large eyes and tongue sticking out, one of the most wholesome rescue pet photos.

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    #5

    Someone Is Happy To Be Adopted Today

    Smiling gray tabby kitten wrapped in a soft blanket, showcasing one of the most wholesome rescue pet photos.

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    #6

    We Had No Plans To Adopt Our Current Foster Dog But Then This Happened

    Toddler and rescue dog lying side by side on carpet, sharing a cozy moment on a pet bed indoors.

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    #7

    My Neighbor Just Adopted This Little Thing And I Just Can’t

    Fluffy rescue kitten with blue eyes sitting in cardboard box on cat-patterned blanket in wholesome rescue pet photo

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    #8

    Adopted A 12 Year Old Cat. Her Look Tells Me She's Thankful And I'm Smitten

    Man with glasses and tattoos sharing a wholesome rescue pet moment with a black and white rescue cat indoors.

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    #9

    "Old Man Ed's "I'm Getting Adopted!" Smile Is Both Handsome And Proud" I Am Getting Along Well With The Old Man

    Close-up of a light brown rescue dog wearing a blue collar, one ear up, showcasing a wholesome rescue pet photo.

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    #10

    The Orange Kitten I Rescued From Under My Stairs Two Days Ago Already Knows How To Pose Like A Supermodel

    Fluffy orange rescue kitten resting on a soft blanket, covering its face with a paw in a wholesome pet photo.

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    #11

    Meet Zoey Everyone! My Little 4lb Peanut I Rescued From The Side Of The Road

    Gray and white rescue puppy sitting near toys inside a cozy home, captured in a wholesome rescue pet photo.

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    #12

    They Said She Was A Normal Cat When We Adopted Her But I’m Still Not Convinced

    Man holding a playful rescue cat upside down inside a home, capturing a wholesome rescue pet moment.

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    #13

    Adopted A Stray. Meet Sushi Roll

    Cute rescue puppy looking up with curious eyes, showcasing one of the most wholesome rescue pet photos.

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    #14

    So, I Adopted My First Cat He’s A Senior With Arthritis, Kidney Disease, And Bad Teeth, But He’s The Absolute Sweetest Boy; It Was Love At First Sight He’s Only Been Here For An Hour, But He Seems To Be Settling Into His Retirement Home Nicely

    Orange rescue cat sleeping curled up on a purple and gray knitted blanket on a dark gray chair indoors.

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    #15

    Been Struggling With Depression And Anxiety For Years. And I Have Finally Decided To Adopt My Own Cat And I Already Feel So Much Better. Say Hi To Princess Leia Everyone

    Adorable rescue kitten sitting on a colorful rug indoors near a window, embodying wholesome rescue pet moments.

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    #16

    This Baby Had Been Returned To The Shelter By Previous Adopters. I Will Never Understand How Someone Couldn’t Want Him. He Is The Best Companion And He Is My Best Friend

    Black rescue cat calmly cuddled in person's arms, showcasing one of the most wholesome rescue pet photos this May.

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    #17

    Meet Eugene. He’s A Parvo Survivor That I Fostered For Over A Month, And After 2 Failed Pending Adoptions I Took It As A Sign From The Universe That He Was Meant To Stay Forever

    Rescue pet dog resting on a blue outdoor chair in a garden, showcasing one of the most wholesome rescue pet photos.

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    #18

    Recently Adopted This Polite Young Lady. Meet Mooncake!

    Kitten resting on a blue blanket with a green plush toy on an elevated bed in a rescue pet shelter setting.

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    I'm Newly A Divorced Single Mom. I Adopted This Guy Who Had Been Returned To The Shelter. He Thanks Me Every Day...but He's Got No Idea How Thankful I Am For Him

    Sleeping rescue cat curled up peacefully next to a laptop, showcasing one of the most wholesome rescue pet moments.

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    #20

    A Month Ago She Showed Up Crying At Our Window. After Searching For Her Owner And Bringing Her To The Shelter, This Weekend We Officially Adopted Our Sweet Little Junie B

    Rescue pet cat with a red collar perched on a man’s arm, showing a joyful and playful expression indoors.

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    #21

    1 Week Post Adoption

    Chocolate brown rescue dog with a yellow dandelion flower behind ear, lying in green grass, showing wholesome rescue pet photo.

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    #22

    Went To Look At New Born Cats And This Guy Crawled Into My Hoodie Filled Out The Adoption Papers Not Just A Minute Later With The Fluff Ball Still In My Hood

    Sleeping kitten wrapped in a soft cloth, one of the most wholesome rescue pet photos showing comfort and care outdoors.

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    #23

    We Adopted A 6 Month Old Pit/Lab Mix Yesterday, Say Hello To Larry Everybody!

    Brindle rescue dog with a blue collar enjoying a gentle pet, showcasing wholesome rescue pet moments.

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    #24

    I Adopted My First Cat!

    Person wearing a black mask holding a tabby cat close in a shelter setting, showcasing wholesome rescue pet affection.

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    #25

    Started Volunteering At The Animal Shelter 2 Weeks Ago. Brought Home My First Foster Family Today. Momma And 6 3 Week Old Babies

    Calico cat cuddling a black and white kitten in a cozy setting, wholesome rescue pet photos capturing tender moments.

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    #26

    I Grew Up Thinking Huskies Were Majestic. Then I Adopted Argo

    Close-up of a wholesome rescue pet Husky with striking blue eyes and open mouth resting indoors.

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    #27

    Adopted Two Little Meezers. Named Them Yin And Yang

    Two rescue cats peacefully sleeping close together, showcasing a wholesome moment of comfort and companionship.

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    #28

    Adopted A Dog Last Week. This Is How She Slept The Other Night

    Rescue dog lying on bed with legs in the air in a cozy bedroom watching TV, a wholesome rescue pet moment.

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    #29

    My Foster Dog Just Got Adopted! I Think He’s Excited

    Happy rescue pet with tongue out up close, wearing collar and leash, showing wholesome and joyful expression.

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    We Adopted A Bulldog Yesterday The Cat Clearly Was Not Excited About It

    Bulldog lying on floor and a cat sitting on wall shelves in a cozy home, showcasing wholesome rescue pet moments.

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