These Funny Animals Found Themselves In The Most Unexpected Situations While At The Shelter
The animal shelter is not a place that we typically associate with joyful moments and silly mischief, but even the dogs and cats who are waiting for their permanent homes can have some fun. After all, when their bellies are full and sleep is tight, why not give the animal rescue caretakers a little extra work and well-meaning tricks to deal with.
It’s no surprise that the usual suspects to your local animal shelter's good times are cats, but dogs and even random sheep and goats weigh in with their share. From felines seeking the adopter's attention with elaborate bios and dogs befriending goats on their runaway trips to various funny animals stuck in the most unimaginable places ever, the fluffy companions seem to keep their good spirits while waiting for their humans. And thankfully, there's always someone to snap these funny photos with perfect timing.
So if you’re ready for some cute animals, scroll down to check our compilation of pets making the most of their time while at the animal shelter. Don’t forget to comment and vote for the most unexpected animal pictures!
Shelter Dog Cannot Contain Her Excitement About Getting Adopted
That boy's face...the boy and the dog have just found a friend for life.
This Dog Up For Adoption At The Animal Shelter
"I see you are trying to leave. Would you like me to walk you home?"
Went To Volunteer At The Humane Society, And The Security Bag Check Was Pretty Intense
I'm afraid I'd be forced into leaving with a full purse. Takin' home an extra fiver...
This Dog At The Shelter Pressed Himself Up Against The Fence So I Could Reach Through And Pet Him
Oh my GOD, I want him. I just want to him give endless hugs forever and ever.
Went To The Humane Society To Look At A Kitty. I Think I Was Adopted
Sundays At A Cat Rescue
This Cat At My Local Rescue Shelter Has Ridiculously Long Legs
This Man Volunteers Every Day At My Local Shelter For Special Needs Kitties, And Each One Of Them Gets In Their Turn For A Cuddly Cat Nap
He's Lost Without His Bucket And Will Have To Take It To His New Forever Home
Professor Jiggly: "This Isn't As Much Freedom As I Expected"
Walked Into The Dog Shelter This Morning And This Little Lady Was About To Make Her Escape
I Visited A Cat Shelter On A Houseboat In Amsterdam And Met A Very Friendly Face
Does Anyone Know This Cat? He Is 31,4 Pounds. He Clearly Had Someone Feeding Him But Was Brought In As A Stray Cat
The Adoption Agency Said His Nickname Was 'Sleepy'. He's Living Up To It
Some Of Our Cats Prefer To Be Fed Via Dinosaur
The Day My Mom Found Me
We Held A Surprise Birthday Party For Some Of Our Eldest
My Favorite Photo From Our Trip To The Animal Shelter
Met The Dog For The First Time
My Friend Takes Pictures At The Humane Society Of Cats Up For Adoption. This Was One Cat's "Adopt Me" Photo
This Cat At My Local Shelter Really Doesn't Like People
Getting Ready To Leave For The Afternoon When I'm Greeted By This Smiling Face Before I Walk Out The Door
Gizmo, The Silly Boy
We Decided To Give Our Newest Foster Sydney A Super Extra Maternity Photoshoot
Volunteered At The Humane Society This Morning And Met This Trouble Maker
So Went To The Local Animal Shelter. One Dog Kept Making The Same Face In Every Picture Taken
I've got good teeth, look! I won't cost you a cent in dental care, and my breath is really sweet too. Take a whiff! Take me home, take me home.
Woof! Gilbert Here Again. I Was Adopted Yesterday. Here I Am Getting A Belly Rub From My New Family
He Has A Very Specific Drinking Ritual
my adopted cat Ziggy will only drink from the sink. She will not drink water any other way.
My Mom Volunteers At The Local Humane Society And Someone Brought In Their Pet Chicken To Be Photographed With Santa
He Was Left Alone For 10 Minutes. He Straight Up Climbed Onto The Wall Of His Kennel. That Wall Is Roughly 6 Feet Tall
This Dog At The Shelter Marches To His Own Beat
Uh, Guys? This Is Not My Best Angle... Taken At A Shelter Where I Volunteer, This Is The Pic They Used On His Adoption Page
Was Playing Around With A Webcam That Lets You Play With Animals At Various Animal Shelters And Was Reminded That Cats Can Get Everywhere
Just shows what characters they all are! Happy homes, please, for you all!
So many sweet babies. I hope they all find/found loving homes
the picture perfect for adopting animals are the silly ones, it shows their natural state.
Just shows what characters they all are! Happy homes, please, for you all!
So many sweet babies. I hope they all find/found loving homes
the picture perfect for adopting animals are the silly ones, it shows their natural state.