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For most of us, rescuing a pet is a huge responsibility, but it's the best thing that can happen to the animal shelter residents. To prove the power of a loving home, proud owners from all over the world are sharing photos of their family dogs before and after they were rescued. Bored Panda has decided to compile these heartwarming dog adoption images into a list, and it will clear any doubts whether or not it's worth picking up a pup from a kennel.

From sad faces in cramped cells to wide smiles on king size beds, these k9s found happiness in their new dog rescuers homes and can't hide their emotions. You can understand the difference pet adoption makes to a shelter inmate only if you see one, so scroll down and meet the lucky ones!

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Before And After Adoption

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My Ex Worked At The Spca And Refused To Let This Piglet Be Euthanized, So She Took Him Home. She Did An Amazing Job.

My Ex Worked At The Spca And Refused To Let This Piglet Be Euthanized, So She Took Him Home. She Did An Amazing Job.

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Jiří Schindler
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Find the monster who did this to another living crature and strike him with righteous retribution. Show no mercy.

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Before And After Adoption

Before And After Adoption

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Lucida
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Had I not known that this dog would do well in the end I wouldn't manage to even look at the first picture because it's so awful. It's unbelievable how anyone that skinny even can stand up. :(

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My Dog Wynter - From Living In The Streets To Relaxing In My Backyard

My Dog Wynter - From Living In The Streets To Relaxing In My Backyard

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From Cellmates To Lifemates

From Cellmates To Lifemates

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WeWillJustSeeAboutThat
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Heartbreaking first picture, which makes the second picture that much more amazing! Love their smiles!

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Ripley At Around 6 Months In Iran And Again At Around 1 Year In Her Forever Home In The United States

Ripley At Around 6 Months In Iran And Again At Around 1 Year In Her Forever Home In The United States

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Melody Lanzatella
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

THAT DOG IS SMILING!! Dont tell me animals cant have emotions! PROOF!

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Mayra Elkhattabi
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

wait does this dog have a green card? do not let trump know about this!

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lisa H
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's ok, she's Melania's 3rd cousin.. so it's all fine.. shhhhhh...

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Ben S.
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow. You can really see the sadness in her eyes in the first photo -- heartbreaking!

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

He is luckies dog congratulation you met best human friend <3

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

My heart's breaking....from joy..I only know a little bit about bringing your fur War buddies home...that it's really difficult!. Thanks for hanginger in. You've made ALL the differencE in his/her life. Don't ever for get that. I know he won't. :)

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Maggie Dougherty
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That is the sweetest smile, I have seen on a pup, in a long time! <3

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rustic raven
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Does anyone want to plat with me in the pool I will share LOL NOT !

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Alex Craig
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's so amazing the expressions of happiness with all these animals. It lifts my heart.

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Tamara Keegan
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Dog: "Screw you Iran, I'm outta there and look, now I have my own pool! Hahahahaha suckers!!"

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Raven Mystique
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Puppy Hot-Tub! And the look on her face, sheer joy, relaxation & Peace!

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Diana Hockley
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How absolutely marvellous! God bless the wonderful people who rescued her and all the other dogs in desperate circumstances.

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Doubanji
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's even like she's listening out for danger despite being with those men in the first one; while she's just fully relaxed and having the time of her life in the second...

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Doubanji
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Gone from overheated and exhausted by an uncertain life to "let's go play in the water and see how many people we can soak", smiley playtime fun :D just a perfect late puppyhood!!

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Hank! Abuse Left This Poor Pup With Scars And Timidness, But Now He Smiles Ear-To-Ear

Hank! Abuse Left This Poor Pup With Scars And Timidness, But Now He Smiles Ear-To-Ear

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Before And After Adoption

Before And After Adoption

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Lexi
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I actually just read the entire article of this dog.... She actually lost eye sight on one of her eyes, sad.

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#9

Frank The Tank. Before And After Adoption

Frank The Tank. Before And After Adoption

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So My Sis Adopted Her Very First Dog And His Before And After Pics Have Me Crying

So My Sis Adopted Her Very First Dog And His Before And After Pics Have Me Crying

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Adopted This Little Dude While On Vacation In Mexico. The Litter Was Found In The Jungle In Terrible Shape But Were Nursed Back To Health By The Local Animal Rescue Foundation. Here He Is Today Healthy, Happy And Adapting Well To His New Life As A Canadian

Adopted This Little Dude While On Vacation In Mexico. The Litter Was Found In The Jungle In Terrible Shape But Were Nursed Back To Health By The Local Animal Rescue Foundation. Here He Is Today Healthy, Happy And Adapting Well To His New Life As A Canadian

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To The Person Who Left Her In A Park To Die 2 Years Ago... Look At Her Now! With Your Horrible Neglect Came A Whole Lot Of Happiness.

To The Person Who Left Her In A Park To Die 2 Years Ago... Look At Her Now! With Your Horrible Neglect Came A Whole Lot Of Happiness.

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The Night We Found Him On The Street Vs 1 Week After Adoption. Meet Pablo

The Night We Found Him On The Street Vs 1 Week After Adoption. Meet Pablo

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This Is My Koda Bear The Day Before He Got Adopted And A Few Months After

This Is My Koda Bear The Day Before He Got Adopted And A Few Months After

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After 4 Years In The Street, Annie Found Her Home With My Parents. First Day Vs 1 Week Later

After 4 Years In The Street, Annie Found Her Home With My Parents. First Day Vs 1 Week Later

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Kizzy Kizzy
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So cute!!! Looks just like my Ellie, but without the brindle!! She is so innocent in both!

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My Friend Rescued This Sweet Girl From Being Put Down Over A Minor Skin Condition. Meet Scarlett

My Friend Rescued This Sweet Girl From Being Put Down Over A Minor Skin Condition. Meet Scarlett

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Ginger Panda
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh my God. It has tears in its eyes. I can't even... Thank you for saving this sweet baby.

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Before & After Of My Adopted Pup

Before & After Of My Adopted Pup

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Before And After Adoption

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My Name Is Rey! I Was On Death Row Yesterday But Today I'm A Free Woman!

My Name Is Rey! I Was On Death Row Yesterday But Today I'm A Free Woman!

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Meet Waldo. From Crusty And Underweight To A Very Fluffy Boy

Meet Waldo. From Crusty And Underweight To A Very Fluffy Boy

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Meet Kasper! He's Only A Pup And Travelled All The Way From Romania To Join Us In The Uk. Has Yet To Integrate And Learn The Language. Very Good Boy Nonetheless

Meet Kasper! He's Only A Pup And Travelled All The Way From Romania To Join Us In The Uk. Has Yet To Integrate And Learn The Language. Very Good Boy Nonetheless

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Before And After Adoption... Nacho The One Eyed Dog

Before And After Adoption... Nacho The One Eyed Dog

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Toby At The County Shelter 2 Years Ago And Is Now King Of Our House.

Toby At The County Shelter 2 Years Ago And Is Now King Of Our House.

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Neeraj Jha
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In the second pic, it looks like as if he has snoozed morning alarm twice already. :P

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"We Found Teddy’s Shelter Picture And It’s Heartbreaking. We’re So Glad He Came Into Our Lives And Is Letting His Sweet, Goofy Personality Shine! Hopefully He Knows That He’ll Be Safe, Clean, Fed, And Loved For The Rest Of His Life"

"We Found Teddy’s Shelter Picture And It’s Heartbreaking. We’re So Glad He Came Into Our Lives And Is Letting His Sweet, Goofy Personality Shine! Hopefully He Knows That He’ll Be Safe, Clean, Fed, And Loved For The Rest Of His Life"

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One Year Ago Today We Adopted Harper From The Fairfax Animal Shelter. She Had Been Adopted And Returned At Least Three Times In The First Year Of Her Life And Looked Alone, Scared And Confused.

One Year Ago Today We Adopted Harper From The Fairfax Animal Shelter. She Had Been Adopted And Returned At Least Three Times In The First Year Of Her Life And Looked Alone, Scared And Confused.

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Sky
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You shouldn’t be able to adopt if you are going to bring them back, but I guess that is better then having them abandoned.

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From A Houston Stray To A Midwestern Princess

From A Houston Stray To A Midwestern Princess

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BusLady
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So sad that she's having to nurse, when she's not healthy herself. What happened to the pups?

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This Stray Girl Walked By My Sisters' Donkey Rescue Centre. She Couldn't Let Her Starve So She Flew Her To The Netherlands To Come Live With Us. Now She's Alive And Kicking

This Stray Girl Walked By My Sisters' Donkey Rescue Centre. She Couldn't Let Her Starve So She Flew Her To The Netherlands To Come Live With Us. Now She's Alive And Kicking

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