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Pet photos come in all shapes and sizes. Some make us laugh, others melt our hearts, and a few offer a fascinating glimpse into how people and their pets lived years ago. Today's collection brings all these moments together, with plenty of dogs and cats to enjoy along the way. 

‘Pure Dog And Cat Photography’ is a page curated by the team behind Pure Photography Awards, an international photography platform founded by Dimpy Bhalotia and Kamal Kumaar Rao. We recently featured the winners and finalists of the 2026 Pure Street Photography Awards, and this time, we’re turning our attention to something a little closer to home: our four-legged companions.

We hope you enjoy this collection, so without further ado, scroll down to explore a mix of old memories, funny snapshots, and lovely pet moments. And make sure to upvote your favorites!

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#1

Sweet cat and dog cuddling together in a grassy field with pink flowers

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Put your thinking cat on!

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    A funny cat peeking out from a pile of autumn leaves in a yard

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    Make like a tree and leaf

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    A dog curled in a circle with a tiny puppy resting in the center in sweet dog and cat photos

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    That little guy won't get cold!

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    A sweet cat photo of a kitten close-up, nestled between two people in a black and white portrait

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    Great photo

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    Funny cat photo of a black cat with its tongue out sticking through a heart-shaped paper cutout

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    #6

    A fluffy golden dog swimming happily through a clear ocean wave

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    Òoooh the elusive house seal in its natural habitat!

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    Funny cat photo of one cat looking surprised while another lies flat under a cardboard sheet

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    "No, I haven't seen Silver anywhere, why do you ask?"

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    Funny cat photo of a white cat wearing a small watermelon rind like a helmet, looking straight at the camera.

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    What injuries did the human have later on?

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    #9

    A sweet cat squeezed perfectly inside a clear plastic storage box on a carpet

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    Certainly fits!

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    A black cat sleeping horizontally on bright yellow stairs near a small flower pot, making a funny scene.

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    So eeeepy.

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    Close-up cat and dog photo of a beautiful long-haired cat with striking blue eyes peeking past a wall.

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    This one looks so much like my Torchon!

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    Black and white cat and dog photo of a cat peeking through a metal grate with X and O markings.

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    Noughts and cross cat

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    #13

    A black cat hiding in a bin with only eyes and tail visible in a sweet pet photo

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    Funny dog photo of a playful brown pitbull taking a selfie with a smiling family in the background.

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    I approve. For years my profile picture was of me and my dog, where my dog moved at the last second so he completely blocked my face.

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    Funny dog holding a pink flower with a silly grin at night

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    "Here's your stinkin' rose."

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    A golden retriever balances a breakfast sandwich on its head in funny dog and cat photos

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    And this beautiful model is wearing the latest in doggy fashion the sandwich hat by Dunkin at the 2026 Vet Gala.

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    #17

    A funny cat photo showing a chubby kitten stretching across two chairs in a kitchen

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    The orotundness is great with this one.

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    An adorable grey puppy hugging a teddy bear in a sweet dog photo

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    Cuteness overload!!!

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    A black and white photo of an artist sketching dalmatians, showcasing sweet dog and cat photos

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    Best models ever!

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    Sweet dog photo showing a close-up of a black dog with a tiny snail resting on its nose

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    Do I want this little guy on my nose? What is he doing? Please don't leave a slime trail...

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    A golden retriever dog wears a pumpkin on its head in funny dog and cat photos

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    Pup-kin.

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    A cozy black and white photo of a person gently cradling a happy cat, showcasing sweet pet photos

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    Bliss 😻

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    Two funny dogs wearing headscarves and sunglasses in a yellow convertible

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    Thelma and Louise

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    Silhouettes of children and a dog playing in a water fountain, a perfectly timed and joyful moment

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    Pure joy! 😍

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    An orange cat hiding behind a wooden table leg in a funny pet photo

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    Great cat-oflage.

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    A black and white sweet cat photo of a man in a straw hat surrounded by many cats at a doorway

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    Look at how high their tails are: their saviour has arrived.

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    A black and white cat and dog photo showing a dog gently hugging a fluffy cat.

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    Her patience is wearing thin.

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    A funny dog photo of a Shiba Inu looking down at a heart shape drawn on the pavement

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    Lovely curtsy by the lady of hearts.

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    A small dog wearing a large autumn leaf like a lion mane in funny dog and cat photos

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    Super hero masks these days lol

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    Silhouette of a dog and cat photo depicting a cat watching a bird on a stone wall

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    #31

    Funny dog photo resting in a banana box at a fruit market stall

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    Accompanying pic: Waiting for the store to open...

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    #32

    Perfectly timed photo of a golden dog drinking water directly from a public drinking fountain.

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    Black and white photo of a large dog carrying a smaller dog in a purse, capturing a sweet and funny moment.

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    The best sidekick!!

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    #34

    Funny cat photo in black and white showing a tabby cat stretching backward off a bed with its mouth wide open.

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    A tiny cat sitting inside the silhouette shadow of its owner, taken from a high angle

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    Funny dog photo of a dog lying upside down on an orange floral sofa with a silly grin

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    Nanu nanu!

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    Funny dog staring with wide eyes at a plate of pizza on a table

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    Good to see it's not just my dachshund Mad Max that does this.

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    Sweet dog photobombing a wedding couple kissing in a grassy field

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    Main character syndrome.

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    A tiny dog on a leash next to high heels, capturing funny and perfectly timed pet moments

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    A black and white photo of a small white dog getting adjusted in a tiny tuxedo, showing funny and sweet moments.

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    "Are you sure you want to marry her?"

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    A black and white dog looking through a hole in a dry maple leaf shaped like a heart

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    A beautiful dog lying down peacefully with the Eiffel Tower blurred in the sunset background

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    Not impressed with the tourist attraction.

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    A cute grey puppy holding a yellow banana in a funny dog photo

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    Bananas...teddy bears...this little guy loves hugging things.

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    A sweet black and white photo of a tabby cat gently sniffing a dark rose in a bottle on a windowsill.

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    Funny dog photo of a tiny chihuahua peeking out from inside a black sneaker, showing its eyes and ears.

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    Caught in the act.

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    Artistic black and white dog photo of a dog's long legs and paws standing over a person's bare feet

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    A brown dog holding a painting with colorful paw prints, one of many creative dog and cat photos

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    Hey, if it works for raccoons ...

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    A funny dachshund wearing sunglasses and a headscarf, sitting at a cafe table next to a martini.

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    Shaken or stirred?

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    A sweet black and white close-up photo of a woman touching her forehead to her dog, showing a special bond.

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    True love.

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    An action-packed cat and dog photo style shot of a wet puppy shaking off water in black and white.

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    Flobula, Prince of Dampness

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    Funny dog photo of a small dark dog wearing a winter hat and sweater sitting behind a coffee cup

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    Over It!

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    Funny dog photo of a golden retriever sitting at an outdoor table next to a glass of beer

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    #53

    Vintage black and white dog photo of a young boy sitting on steps next to his small puppy

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    A black and white dog trying to catch soap bubbles in perfectly timed dog and cat photos

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    Accompanying pic: A husky bubble...

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    A black and white dog and cat photo of a girl hugging her dog while holding an accordion

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    "Please stop playing that instrument, for everyone's sake."

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    A cute dog nose peeking out from under a cozy knitted brown blanket

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    So cozy

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    Funny dog photo of a golden retriever with its tongue out, wrapped in a blue towel like a headscarf.

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    #58

    Silhouette of a dog jumping over a person at sunset, capturing a dynamic cat and dog photo moment.

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    Evil dogneevil.

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    Perfectly timed dog photo of a small Jack Russell Terrier catching a large soap bubble with its mouth wide open.

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    Aaaaand *pop*

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    A funny black and white photo of a dog peeking out from behind a lace curtain, appearing to wear a bridal veil.

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    Stylish dog posing behind a vintage camera in a funny pet photo

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    Sweetie!

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    Sweet dog photo of a dog resting its chin and nose gently on a person's neck

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    Sweet vintage cat photo of a smiling young girl holding two long, stretched-out tabby cats in her arms.

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    Those poor cats' necks.

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