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Almost a third of the summer has passed. Ouch. We need something to balance out such devastating news. So, Bored Panda has compiled a new list of adorable animal adoption photos, not only restoring everyone's faith in humanity but allowing us to forget that the nights are beginning to get longer and longer. Darn it, I did it again, haven't I?

Anyway, this month, people are continuing to visit animal shelters in search of new family members and take home neglected critters that need love the most. From three-legged dogs to one-eyed kitties, every soul deserves a second chance at life, and it's really heartwarming to see that they're getting it.

Continue scrolling to get your monthly dose of smiles and if you need more, check out these cuties that people rescued in May, April, March, February, and January as well.

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We Adopted Kane About A Month Ago. We Don’t Know Much About His Background Or His Age, But He Is Around 10-12. He Is Nearly Deaf And Blind. He Is Very Sweet And Just Likes To Sleep All Day And Likes Going Outside. He Is A Good Boy

We Adopted Kane About A Month Ago. We Don’t Know Much About His Background Or His Age, But He Is Around 10-12. He Is Nearly Deaf And Blind. He Is Very Sweet And Just Likes To Sleep All Day And Likes Going Outside. He Is A Good Boy

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Candice Ravel
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank you for adopting this sweet senior floof. The world needs more folks like you!

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As you probably know, recently human rights protests have spread across the United States and around the world. Many pet owners also want to do their part and express their opinions, but while some animals are better used to staying at home for longer periods of time, others -- most notably, dogs -- can't. So their humans take them to the protests with them. While doggos are really good companions to demand justice with, there are a few very important things people should keep in mind when doing so.

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Adopted Pit Can't Stop Hugging His New Owner

Adopted Pit Can't Stop Hugging His New Owner

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"All dogs are individuals with their own personalities and dispositions,"Kelly DiCicco, Manager, Adoptions Promotions at the ASPCA Adoption Center told Bored Panda. "When bringing your dog anywhere there will be different sights and sounds, as well as crowds, it's important to consider their comfort level with new experiences in the past."

"Large gatherings or events can be confusing or upsetting to pets who may also become frightened or disoriented by loud noises," DiCicco warned. "You may want to leave your pet at home where you can ensure they feel safe and relaxed. If your dog will be outside with you, be sure to keep them leashed, give them plenty of fresh water and don’t let them linger on hot asphalt for too long. Being so close to the ground, your dog’s body can heat up quickly, and sensitive paw pads can burn."

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#3

After Two Weeks Of Dwelling Under The Bed Or Random Furniture As A Rescue, He Finally Considered Its Safe To Sit In My Lap And Gave Me This Look

After Two Weeks Of Dwelling Under The Bed Or Random Furniture As A Rescue, He Finally Considered Its Safe To Sit In My Lap And Gave Me This Look

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But no matter what animal you're adopting, it is unquestionably the right thing to do. About 6.5 million companion animals enter U.S. animal shelters nationwide every year. Of those, roughly 3.3 million are dogs and 3.2 million are cats. Luckily, according to ASPCA estimates, the number of dogs and cats entering U.S. shelters annually has declined from approximately 7.2 million in 2011.

If you want to contribute to freeing up valuable shelter space and resources for other animals in need, you can find general adoption tips or a local shelter in your area at ASPCA.

#4

2 Months After Adopting An Older Cat I Still Can’t Figure Out Why Anyone Wouldn’t Want This Big Bag Of Love

2 Months After Adopting An Older Cat I Still Can’t Figure Out Why Anyone Wouldn’t Want This Big Bag Of Love

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Dorothy Parker
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4 years ago

Such a big yummy cat! No one would willingly give them up. The owner may have passed away or gone into a nursing home. We've designated our pets future homes for when anything happens to us.

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#5

When I Adopted Her From The Rescue I Was Worried I Couldn’t Make Her Happy. I Think She Is Happy

When I Adopted Her From The Rescue I Was Worried I Couldn’t Make Her Happy. I Think She Is Happy

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Found This Kitten In The Woods, Thought My Older Cats Would Adopt It But It Looks Like My Big Boy Has Accepted Daddy Duty

Found This Kitten In The Woods, Thought My Older Cats Would Adopt It But It Looks Like My Big Boy Has Accepted Daddy Duty

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#7

Daisy, The Kitten Nobody Adopted Because Of Her Ear

Daisy, The Kitten Nobody Adopted Because Of Her Ear

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#9

I Couldn’t Separate The Brothers, So I Adopted Both! And I Swear They Pose For The Camera

I Couldn’t Separate The Brothers, So I Adopted Both! And I Swear They Pose For The Camera

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#10

Meet Poundcake. He’s Blind And Deaf But Follows Me Everywhere. He Knows When I’m Away From Him And Can Sense When I’m Feeling Down. I Adopted Him From The Pound 4 Years Ago. He Saved Me More Than I Saved Him

Meet Poundcake. He’s Blind And Deaf But Follows Me Everywhere. He Knows When I’m Away From Him And Can Sense When I’m Feeling Down. I Adopted Him From The Pound 4 Years Ago. He Saved Me More Than I Saved Him

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#11

Rescued This Corgi Puppy From The Shelter A Few Weeks Ago. My First Fathers Day As A Father!

Rescued This Corgi Puppy From The Shelter A Few Weeks Ago. My First Fathers Day As A Father!

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#14

One Year Ago We Wanted To Adopt 1 Cat. We Ended Up Adopting 3 Siblings

One Year Ago We Wanted To Adopt 1 Cat. We Ended Up Adopting 3 Siblings

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#15

Adopted Her 3 Hours Ago And She’s Already So Comfortable And Happy To Have A Home, I Laid Down Next To Her And She Just Climbed Onto Me Anybody Who Hates On Pitbulls Has Never Owned One Of These Big Babies

Adopted Her 3 Hours Ago And She’s Already So Comfortable And Happy To Have A Home, I Laid Down Next To Her And She Just Climbed Onto Me Anybody Who Hates On Pitbulls Has Never Owned One Of These Big Babies

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GirlFriday
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beware, my friend. The most dangerous tail in the world belongs to a happy pitbull. It will get your shins EVERY. SINGLE. TIME.

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#16

My Girlfriend And I Just Adopted A Three Legged Dog. Meet Hank!

My Girlfriend And I Just Adopted A Three Legged Dog. Meet Hank!

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Dorothy Parker
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hank is a happy guy who has gained more than he ever lost. He has you!

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#17

My Baby Was Lonely And We Adopted A Sister For Him

My Baby Was Lonely And We Adopted A Sister For Him

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#18

Say Hello To Our Tiny Little Coco

Say Hello To Our Tiny Little Coco

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Dorothy Parker
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful peanut! Named after Chanel? You look like you're smitten, and rightfully so.

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After 6 Years Of Living In Apartments That Don’t Accept Animals, My Wife And I Finally Moved And Were Able To Get A Dog. Reddit, Meet Gus

After 6 Years Of Living In Apartments That Don’t Accept Animals, My Wife And I Finally Moved And Were Able To Get A Dog. Reddit, Meet Gus

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Dorothy Parker
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4 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Congratulations! They look so thrilled to be with you. You're in for the best time! My two cents follow, sorry: Never a good idea to drive with baby on your lap. Puppy needs a seat belt attachment and even a car seat. Dogs also jump out open car windows.

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#20

Adopted A Kitten, It Seems He’s Fitting In Just Fine. Or Maybe A Little Too Well

Adopted A Kitten, It Seems He’s Fitting In Just Fine. Or Maybe A Little Too Well

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#21

Rescued This Little Guy A Week Or So Ago And He Keeps Peaking Over The Couch At Me Like This

Rescued This Little Guy A Week Or So Ago And He Keeps Peaking Over The Couch At Me Like This

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#23

It Was Supposed To Only Be A Foster Through The Lockdown, But I Can’t Let Him Go Now. Going Through The Adoption Process As We Speak! Meet Mauwi!

It Was Supposed To Only Be A Foster Through The Lockdown, But I Can’t Let Him Go Now. Going Through The Adoption Process As We Speak! Meet Mauwi!

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#24

Adopted These Babies Yesterday. They Were Scared All Of Yesterday But I Woke Up And Found Them Sitting Like This Beside Me

Adopted These Babies Yesterday. They Were Scared All Of Yesterday But I Woke Up And Found Them Sitting Like This Beside Me

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#25

I Got Adopted By This Beautiful Pup This Weekend. Say Hi To Daisy

I Got Adopted By This Beautiful Pup This Weekend. Say Hi To Daisy

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FloC
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's not a pup, it's a Falcor from the Never Ending Story. In no time, it will fly around in your house.

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#26

Today My Wife And I Adopted A Senior Puppy! Everybody, Meet Waffles!

Today My Wife And I Adopted A Senior Puppy! Everybody, Meet Waffles!

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#27

Our Adopted Boi Is Half Husky. Got A Custom Doormat Made Just For Him!

Our Adopted Boi Is Half Husky. Got A Custom Doormat Made Just For Him!

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#28

Bob, Rescued Off The Street, Coming At U Weighing In 3 Whole Entire Lbs

Bob, Rescued Off The Street, Coming At U Weighing In 3 Whole Entire Lbs

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#29

I Adopted Maui Yesterday. He Spent All Day Hiding From Me. This Morning, I Was Able To Get Him On A Leash And Go Walking. When We Came Back He Had This Big Smile On His Face

I Adopted Maui Yesterday. He Spent All Day Hiding From Me. This Morning, I Was Able To Get Him On A Leash And Go Walking. When We Came Back He Had This Big Smile On His Face

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#30

Drove 2260 Miles To Adopt This Little Sweetie, And It’s The Best Thing I Have Ever Done. Reddit, Meet 10 Year Old Billie

Drove 2260 Miles To Adopt This Little Sweetie, And It’s The Best Thing I Have Ever Done. Reddit, Meet 10 Year Old Billie

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#31

This Is My Rescue, And First Dog At 35. Reddit, Meet Freya

This Is My Rescue, And First Dog At 35. Reddit, Meet Freya

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#32

Me And The Girlfriend Came To An Agreement On Adopting A Cat. Somehow Ended Up With These Two. Say Hello To Kit And Kat

Me And The Girlfriend Came To An Agreement On Adopting A Cat. Somehow Ended Up With These Two. Say Hello To Kit And Kat

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#33

My Cousin Adopted Baby Kitties Today... Very Jealous

My Cousin Adopted Baby Kitties Today... Very Jealous

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#34

My Aunt Adopted A Smiling Puppy

My Aunt Adopted A Smiling Puppy

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#35

Adopted This Lady Two Months Ago. Today Was The First Time She Wanted To Play!

Adopted This Lady Two Months Ago. Today Was The First Time She Wanted To Play!

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Rosie Hamilton
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love those milestones with rescue pets. My rescue boy took a long time to show us his belly, then learn to wag his tail. He now finally plays noisily with our other dog. He spent 4 years without a home and is an anxious little thing but so very worth it. Happy long life gorgeous girl.

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#36

I Swore I’d Never Rescue Again After Losing My Grey. I See So Much Of Him In Her Personality. Her Name Is Gracie In Honor

I Swore I’d Never Rescue Again After Losing My Grey. I See So Much Of Him In Her Personality. Her Name Is Gracie In Honor

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Elizabeth Smith
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm so glad you changed your mind!! There are so many animals that need good homes, and they give so much back to us!!

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#37

Adopted Either A Kitten Or A Gremlin With Ringworm So She Has To Have Lots Of Baths

Adopted Either A Kitten Or A Gremlin With Ringworm So She Has To Have Lots Of Baths

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Lucky, The 6 Year Old Vampire Cat. A Rescue We Are Adopting On Saturday

Lucky, The 6 Year Old Vampire Cat. A Rescue We Are Adopting On Saturday

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#39

I Adopted Him A Month Ago, And He’s Been Like This Since Day 1. How Did I Get So Lucky?

I Adopted Him A Month Ago, And He’s Been Like This Since Day 1. How Did I Get So Lucky?

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#40

Hello! Here’s A Picture Of Onyx, My 1.5 Year Old Holland Lop I Rescued

Hello! Here’s A Picture Of Onyx, My 1.5 Year Old Holland Lop I Rescued

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