Many of us have a tendency to doomscroll. After all, it’s necessary to keep ourselves updated, be well informed about the current events, and stand up to injustices in any way possible. But sometimes, it can start to feel a bit overwhelming. So if you’re looking for a quick break or a reason to unwind, we've got you covered.
Reddit users continue to share their newly adopted companions and keep surprising us with their big hearts and open arms. As you've probably have guessed, it’s time for Bored Panda’s selection of the most wholesome and heartwarming rescue animal pictures this month.
Let’s remind ourselves that there are still plenty of wonderful people in this world ready to lend a helping hand to those facing adversities. Continue scrolling, upvote your favorite four-legged friends, and share your thoughts about them in the comments!
Pssst! If you’re in the mood for some more cuteness, check out our earlier posts celebrating rescued pets and their rescuers here: January, December, November.
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This Is Zachary. The Cat That Was Stuck In The Shelter, That Nobody Wanted Because “He Is Fat, Too Old, And Has A Weird Meow.” He’s Perfect
Nobody Wanted Because “He Is Fat, Too Old, And Has A Weird Meow.” - whelp, that's me screwed then.
First of all when meows are not perfect??? They are always perfect!
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I’m fat & have an unintentional “mean” voice (per daughters & nieces) … Zach and I could be soul mates!
Looks just like our Kiddie that we took in off the streets, she was so friendly and followed him around meowing to him, fed her at doorstep, then she found our backyard, now she owns our house, pure 😇
I also have a fat, old cat with a weird meow. He sounds like Gary the snail from spongebob
Every cat is perfect, just look at them. But sometimes you are not the perfect servant for the cat. Sometimes you are not vibing on the same level. But if you are, then you'll be friends forever.
I totally concur—cats are inherently gorgeous!
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He is too fat, which is detriment for his health but that's easily fixable with a diet and playing with the cat so he runs more. Silly reason to not adopt a sweet furball.
I NEED TO KNOW WHAT THE 'MEOW' SOUNDS LIKE! I heard a cat the other day with a deep voice like James Earl Jones. It sounds like he's stating, "Meow." with such gravitas
So adorable! Glad people like this exist, people that choose the unwanted ones.
He's adorable ,I would have chosen him in a heartbeat. I always have a big heart for the underdog, undercat in this case .😊🐱💕
Zachary is one cool cat, isn't it just like humans to reject the fat and old but we all have different voices! Long life to you and Zachary!
i adopted one that was identicak, was 7 years old and we shared 4 more lovely years together. He was diabetic, weghted 25 lbs and had a very deep voice. 💖
I’m glad you were able to have that time together! My dearly departed Petrushka (1984-2000) developed diabetes when he was 10, and then two years later had hung on long enough to have outgrown it (sadly, something people can’t do) and lived for another four years. He was the kitty love of my life.
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Fat. Fuzzy and friendly. All the aspects of a husband. Without having to wash its underwear. Lol.
He is absotutely wondermous.... I think anyone who would say such horrible things about Mr. Kittypuss, ought to think about how it would feel to have such things said about them.❤️🤔🙄😞
I’d rather have them a little heavier more to luv an cuddle with
He's such a cutie..I can't understand why someone wouldn't scoop him up..but maybe he was meant for you ..
He has that look... "You chose wisely...". Chill McGill incarnate.
He's Beautiful! Looks like you have found a loving friend for life 💕😻♥️
Oh my God! Just because a cat is fat, too old or has a weird meow doesn’t mean that she should be abandoned. That’s cruel! I’m glad that Zachary has a home. He is adorable!
How can people NOT pick him?! Secondly, I can't go into shelters because it makes me so that I cannot take all the animals :(
That cat's sister lives with me. I seriously have a cat almost identical except mine has a small black dot on her nose. Wish I could share a picture!
You are a amazing person thank God for nonjudgmental people like you and the cat is beautiful 😍
Good for you! I have had a cat for over 15 years that was in the same situation. She had been in the shelter for 18 months because she was fat and a black cat.
It’s sad that so many people are ruled by superstition; black cats are the least adopted cats in the U.S.
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Blessings on you both! May you have long and happy lives together💜
I asked the shelter for the cat nobody wanted. Marshall looks like Zac
I'm going to sound absolutely insane but whatever, I literally pray to become wealthy someday so I can buy huge properties all over the country and just go around rounding up all the stray and homeless or abused animals I see and give them a warm home. I would pay people to care for the property and obviously the animals because I can't be everywhere.
I have a female tuxedo cat that looks just like your cat. And she meows weird too. She sounds like Mariah Carey when she hit those high notes lol. She hardly ever meows.
Meows can be one of the bestst things of a cat, from "creaky door hinge", silent, question, and purr-chirps
"too fat" can be overcome with diet changes and patience. And really it should be. Feline bodies aren't capable of handling more than a pound or two of extra weight.
My first kitty looks exactly like him. I wouldn't have hesitated to scoop him up!
My very first kitty looks just him I wouldn't have hesitated scooping him up.
We just had an enormously fat cat (30 lbs.) come to our shelter because his owner was killed in an auto accident. The poor kitty looks like a sofa pillow with feet and can hardly move!
We have a fatcat, too, she is veryoving-- also, she is our self-appointed alarmcat, knows what time we get up, and comes in to wake us!
If this baby is too fat it's because of the previous guardian. No animal is ever ugly, fat, or too old to adopt ever! karma will come around for those who judge
I wanna meet him too, if he'd been in Australia l would have grabbed him! Lol
Tiva Is A Recently Retired Racing Greyhound Who Ran 151 Races & Hit 36mph, Ranked Grade A - She Reached The Podium 66 Times. Just Adopted Saturday, She Is Now Our Grade A Professional Lounger
A widowed woman on my street adopted a greyhound called Dave. She told me that Dave is the best thing that ever happened to her.
My Wife And I Adopted A Former Feral Who “Chose People” Instead Of Going Back To Her Cat Gang. Meet Trish The People-Liker!
To find out how to deal with increased anxiety levels and whether our beloved pets could be the best antidote for our troubles, we reached out to Shari Botwin, LCSW. She is a trauma specialist, therapist, speaker, and author of Thriving After Trauma: Stories of Living and Healing.
Needless to say, it’s important to follow the news and show our support to people in need. However, "Staying connected to the media hours a day and seeing images of violence, despair and loss can change the course of somebody’s day, week, or even life," Botwin told Bored Panda.
It seems that human beings are hardwired to feel some amount of empathy and sorrow for others going through adversities. We may not be physically present, but we still feel our hearts race and our emotions going on high alert. "People report that when they are attached to social media, they experience many more feelings of depression, anxiety, and some even develop PTSD just from seeing images of trauma," the therapist explained.
Meet Bat. A More Apt Name Does Not Exist
Just Adopted This Blind 5 Month Old Kitten (Who Gets Around Like She Can See)
My Cat Trunks Loves Car Rides Ever Since The Ride Home From Adoption!
Hearing devastating news can lead to feeling unrest and worry, which is completely justified. Yet, we need to detect these feelings before things get out of hand. Botwin said that if you notice your eating habits changing, or that you’re struggling to sleep or want to sleep all the time — "that’s an indication that your stress levels are going through the roof."
She told us that when we’re feeling anxious, tension levels might also increase in our relationships. "For instance, some people report that when they’re really stressed out, they end up taking it out on the people that they love the most." While emotions might be heightened, it’s important to remember that our loved ones are there to support and help us deal with traumatic events, so snapping at them could damage your connection to them.
"It is so easy to get caught up in the news of the world. Being mindful and aware of how much time you spend on social media is very important," she suggested. "Even when there are horrible things happening around us, ultimately, it is still most important that we take good care of ourselves."
My 3 Year Old With The New Kitten I Brought Home
Kris Before And After Adoption
Tito, The Longest-Tenured Resident At Our Shelter, Just Got Adopted
So That Fat Cat I Adopted Wasn't Fat After All. Cue Shenanigans
Luckily, our adorable four-legged friends are always there to help us. According to research by the American Psychological Association, pet owners had greater self-esteem and were more physically fit, more extroverted, and less lonely and fearful than non-owners. "Pets benefit the lives of their owners, both psychologically and physically, by serving as an important source of social support," the researchers wrote.
We Were Renting For Years In Places That Didn’t Allow Pets, But After Much Perseverance We Finally Purchased A Home Of Our Own. Meet Jonesy!
Our Sweet Boy Before & After We Adopted Him
My Senior Rescue Is A Mini Version Of My Other Dog
We Adopted Willy Today
Shari Botwin agrees with this line of thinking. "Through the years, I have met so many clients that have adopted cats and dogs, and then have told me it’s changed the course of their lives moving forward. When people struggle with things like depression, anxiety, and PTSD, they use their pets as a source of comfort and hope," she told Bored Panda.
"In my life earlier, when I was in recovery from extensive childhood abuse, I adopted a dog. On many occasions, I had a choice to act on feelings of self-destruction or look at my dog and say she is the thing that needs me, and this is why I will continue to take good care of myself. Some people will tell their animals: 'You are the reason I am still alive!'".
Just Adopted This 14 Year Old Girl. I'm Going To Spoil Her To Death. She's Super Sweet. Her Name Is Madison
Glad she found a home. She will probably be very grateful for your spoiling her. Most cats or dogs from shelters are
Kitty Realizes She's Adopted And Sentenced To Life Imprisonment, Cuddles And Treatos
Meet Piper. She Was Dumped At A Local Animal Shelter. Best Guess Is A 6 Month Old German Shepherd/Husky Mix. Those Eyes!
My Productivity Has Dropped Dramatically Since Adopting Willow
So if you are "feeling unsafe or that your world is unraveling in front of you, be sure to find ways to create safety." Botwin advised you to stay connected to the people you love the most: "Call someone. FaceTime someone. Find a place in your home that makes you feel comfortable and spend time there when you feel anxious."
"Grab a hold of your pet and think about all the love you feel between you and your animal family member," she suggested. After all, there’s nothing like looking at our four-legged friends to feel those positive emotions coming into our daily lives. And if you don’t have a furry companion by your side, looking at this list might inspire you to become a pet owner yourself.
From Found On The Street To Snuggling In The Sheets
Our Adopted Kitty Is So Happy To Have A Home! She’s Sleeping Harder Than Ever!
I Adopted My First Cat Yesterday. Meet Kotora
Chimney's Third Day Here -- And My First Ever Cat! I'm So Glad I Adopted Him
Rescued Our Big Boi, Don Julio. Is He Too Big!?
I Recently Adopted A Senior Kitty. She Is 10 Years Old With Most Of Her Teeth Pulled. She Was At The Shelter For 3 Months And Safe To Say, She Likes Her New Home. Everyone Welcome Beans
Someone Turned Over This 15 Year Old Dog To The Shelter So They Could Travel. He's Safe With Me Now. This Is Bert
Who could do such a selfish thing? Assholes! Glad Bert has found a new home, it could easily have meant him being euthanised.
My Family And Fang, Our 2.8lb Chihuahua Just Moved Into Our Forever Home And Someone Found The Perfect Nap Spot In Our Kitchen By A Heater Vent
Turns Out Puppy Was Actually A Baby Goat, 11/10 Would Adopt Again
Welcomed This Sweet Fella To Our Home Yesterday. He’s Spent His Entire 5months Of Life In A Shelter So This Home Thing Is New But He’s Figuring It Out
I Adopted My Brother-In-Law’s Cat, Cause His Baby Is Allergic To It. Safe To Say, I’m Not Getting My Armchair Back Anytime Soon
Must be awful to have to get rid of your baby because your cat is allergic to it.
More Of Ron The Rescued Cat, After Popular Demand
Aww I saw Ron's first post on reddit, he had to be rescued from a group of kids who wanted to beat him.
Just Rescued This One From A Puppy Mill That Was Getting Shut Down
She looks like she needs a nice, calm place to rest and be spoiled rotten.
I Didn't Know I Adopted A Cat
My Son's Rescue Cats Like Each Other!
My two rescues are rappers. Whenever they pass each other it goes Bap Bap Bap BAP BAP BAP bap bap
We Adopted The Boy A Few Weeks Ago. He Has Many Fine Qualities But The Sleepy Teefies Feature Prominently
Miss “Pretty Sure You Signed Over This Couch To Me On The Adoption Contract” Here
We Adopted Poppy, I Think She’s Happy
I Adopted Blue 2 Weeks Ago. He’s 13 Months And 85lbs Of Love. He Knows He Found His Forever Home And You Can Tell By How Comfortable He Has Made Himself. Best Decision Ever
Our Newly Adopted Baby Girl Is Showing Off Already!
I Also Adopted A Mouthful, This Is Lulu!
Newly Adopted Pals Love Each Other - Tigs And Tonks
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I started to have night asthma attacks and found out I was allergic to cats and dogs shortly after welcoming the fourth cat of my life into the family. It didn't even cross my mind to get rid of her. I'm going through immunotherapy and am using an inhaler but I cannot imagine my life without cats and pets. unnamed-62...7cfdb1.jpg 
Almost the same here. Sneezing, asthma, but a lot of cat's love and joy. ♡
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I love hearing about animals, that find new homes. And in my experience the animals love it too.
The cats remind me of my bois. Urianger and Alphinaud were 1-2 years old when we adopted them, they are now 3-4. I was the first person Alphinaud reacted positively towards and my husband looked at Urianger, urianger meowed at him. The shelter introduced them and both boys were indifferent to each other and only interested in human attention. Now they sleep against eachother all day when they aren't demanding attention. We were gonna adopt 2 girls but the lady fetching them for us was dumb and insisted we only see one at a time, and it wasn't until the next day the shelter tried putting the girls together and they immediately tried to destroy eachother, and we had to come back and find new friends. Alphinaud is the first cat I have ever known to hop up and get in my face for cheek kisses. He will head bonk me till I start overly dramatic kissing his cheek and he will merely and start purring so loud. It's like he had never been loved before >.<
I love these kind of things on Bored Panda we need uplifting like this every day! IS IT POSSIBLE TO KEEP PEOPLE LIKEvekera4565 OFF THE SITE ISEE HE/she/it has made 75COMMENTS IF THEY ARE ALL IKE THIS PLEASE SUMP WHATEVER ITS ANNOYING!
The one thing I've noticed about all adopted or rescued pets, is that they sleep so hard once they feel safe. It is heart warming knowing that you have provided a loving home and have been accepted by the pet. I remember the first time I heard my adopted senior dog snore. I smiled from ear to ear.
I started to have night asthma attacks and found out I was allergic to cats and dogs shortly after welcoming the fourth cat of my life into the family. It didn't even cross my mind to get rid of her. I'm going through immunotherapy and am using an inhaler but I cannot imagine my life without cats and pets. unnamed-62...7cfdb1.jpg
Almost the same here. Sneezing, asthma, but a lot of cat's love and joy. ♡
Load More Replies... I love hearing about animals, that find new homes. And in my experience the animals love it too.
The cats remind me of my bois. Urianger and Alphinaud were 1-2 years old when we adopted them, they are now 3-4. I was the first person Alphinaud reacted positively towards and my husband looked at Urianger, urianger meowed at him. The shelter introduced them and both boys were indifferent to each other and only interested in human attention. Now they sleep against eachother all day when they aren't demanding attention. We were gonna adopt 2 girls but the lady fetching them for us was dumb and insisted we only see one at a time, and it wasn't until the next day the shelter tried putting the girls together and they immediately tried to destroy eachother, and we had to come back and find new friends. Alphinaud is the first cat I have ever known to hop up and get in my face for cheek kisses. He will head bonk me till I start overly dramatic kissing his cheek and he will merely and start purring so loud. It's like he had never been loved before >.<
I love these kind of things on Bored Panda we need uplifting like this every day! IS IT POSSIBLE TO KEEP PEOPLE LIKEvekera4565 OFF THE SITE ISEE HE/she/it has made 75COMMENTS IF THEY ARE ALL IKE THIS PLEASE SUMP WHATEVER ITS ANNOYING!
The one thing I've noticed about all adopted or rescued pets, is that they sleep so hard once they feel safe. It is heart warming knowing that you have provided a loving home and have been accepted by the pet. I remember the first time I heard my adopted senior dog snore. I smiled from ear to ear.
