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Did you know that watching adorable cats bake biscuits or dogs bite running water for 30 minutes a day can reduce blood pressure, heart rate, and anxiety? This is great news for anyone who doesn’t have a pet but desperately needs to reap the benefits of having one. 

For those out there, Bored Panda has compiled a list of the most uplifting animals that are guaranteed to put that smile back on your face. Scroll down to find them, and enjoy grinning so much that your cheeks hurt. Or try to fight the urge to adopt an adorable, furry fella.

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#1

How I Met My Human

Child squatting under a yellow umbrella gently watching a small animal, and person hugging a large fluffy cat indoors.

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    My German Shepherd And The Stray Puppy I Was Afraid He Wouldn’t Get Along With

    Two dogs being cute together on a tiled floor, one lying down and the other playfully rolling over nearby.

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    #3

    Tucked In Safe With Mama

    Golden retriever resting with two newborn puppies snuggled closely, showcasing adorable animals being so cute.

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    Holly Herr
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The leetle itsy bitsy tongues!!

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    Dad's Pride

    Close-up of a cute adult cat and kitten cuddling together, showcasing adorable animals being so cute people snapped a pic.

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    #5

    Cerberus At The Pet Store

    Three adorable puppies sitting inside a PetSmart shopping cart, showcasing animals being so cute people had to snap a pic.

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    Holly Herr
    Holly Herr
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Seriously. Cerberus was my first thought! But these babies are too cute to be fierce!

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    #6

    The Foster Kitties Are Growing So Fast With The Love Of Their Dog-Father

    Dog lying on bed surrounded by several cute kittens, showcasing adorable animals being so cute together.

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    Karmageddon
    Karmageddon
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm guessing his fur wasn't that gray the day before they were born.

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    #7

    He's In Love, She's Not Quite Sure Yet

    A cute dog and cat cuddling together on a couch, showcasing adorable moments animals being so cute.

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    #8

    View Of Dogs Getting Their Picture Taken Mid-Walk And The POV Of Their Dog Walker

    Group of dogs posing for a photo on a street as a person captures their cute animal moment outdoors.

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    #9

    Thankfully, I Saved This Little Guy From My Lawnmower Today

    Small turtle being held outdoors, showcasing cute animal moments captured in a close-up photo of wildlife.

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    #10

    When Dinner Is 7 PM And It’s Already 7:01 PM

    Three animals being cute indoors, a black dog, a golden retriever, and a calico cat on a wooden floor.

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    Greenkitty
    Greenkitty
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My critters stare begging 2 hous before supper time.

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    #11

    Pup Living His Best Life

    Fluffy white dog looking happy outdoors by the lake with mountains in the background, showcasing cute animals.

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    #12

    I’m So Proud Of Them For This

    Three cats stacked on a wooden shelf, each touching the other, capturing a cute animal moment.

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    #13

    My Cat Louie Was Messing Around With Toilet Paper And I Decided To Tie A Loose "Bow" Around His Neck To See What It Looked Like. It's Been An Hour. He Absolutely Refuses To Let Me Remove It

    Fluffy tabby cat with white paws and chest wearing a makeshift bow, capturing a cute animal moment snapped by people.

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    Holly Herr
    Holly Herr
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Rather dapper, don’t you agree?

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    #14

    My Rat

    Small white and gray rat resting on a white keyboard, showcasing cute animals that people had to snap a pic of.

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    #15

    My 10-Year-Old Lab Is The Ultimate Nanny

    A curious kitten and a gentle dog nose-to-nose indoors, capturing a cute moment of animals being adorable.

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    #16

    Enjoy This Sweet Girl's Content Face After Getting Her Coat Brushed

    Golden retriever sitting on grass with eyes closed, looking cute in a sunny outdoor setting, showcasing adorable animal moments.

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    #17

    These Two Spoon All Day, Every Day

    Two dogs cuddling on a couch, showcasing adorable animals being so cute that people had to snap a pic.

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    #18

    My Girlfriend's Twin Cats

    Two cute cats cuddling together in a soft fluffy bed, showcasing adorable animal moments people love to snap.

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    #19

    Squirrel Visits Almost Every Day

    Black and white cat watching a squirrel outside the window, one of the cute animal moments people had to snap a pic of.

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    #20

    Every Time My Kid Takes A Shower

    Three cute cats sitting apart on a beige carpeted hallway, showcasing adorable animal moments caught on camera.

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    #21

    Caution: Lethal Cutie

    Green snake with an open mouth perched on a hand, showcasing one of the cutest animal moments captured in a photo.

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    #22

    My New Kitten And My Ferret Became Instant BFFs (They Are Always Supervised When Together)

    Black and white cat cuddling and playing with a ferret on a tiled floor, showcasing animals being so cute together.

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    #23

    Gus 100% Believes Grammy’s Visits Are For Him. He’s Not Wrong

    Elderly woman relaxing with a large Rottweiler dog in a cozy home setting, showcasing cute animal moments.

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    #24

    Rozi The Cheetah And Her Companion Pup Daisy Have Grown Up Together

    Cute cheetah cubs and adult cheetah bonding with black dogs, showcasing adorable and heartwarming animal moments.

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    #25

    This Service Dog Got A Graduation Picture Next To His Owner

    A dog dressed in a tuxedo posing for a photo alongside a student in a formal yearbook setting showcasing cute animals.

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    #26

    My Dog Is Terrified Of Thunderstorms But Decided To Protect My Twin Daughters From The Storm Anyway

    Two babies sleeping in cribs with a black dog lying on the floor nearby, capturing a cute animal moment.

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    Phantom Phoenix
    Phantom Phoenix
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    Premium     9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think that hero's humans should get that pupper a cape.

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    #27

    It’s Merle’s Favorite Time Of The Year, Breeding Time For Baby Ducks And Geese. He Loves All His Fluffy Babies And Always Is Very Careful To Look Out For Birds Of Prey

    A fluffy white dog relaxing on grass surrounded by cute ducklings and birds on a sunny day.

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    #28

    Customer's Cat While I Was Replacing A Faucet And A Drain

    Close-up of a curious animal’s face peeking through a rusty pipe, showcasing one of the cutest animal moments captured.

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    #29

    Bun Jovi, The Rabbit, And His Pupper, Abel, Are Best Friends

    Cute animals cuddling and resting together, showcasing heartwarming moments of a dog and a rabbit bonding indoors and outdoors.

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    #30

    The Stray Cat I’m Feeding Has Made Friends With A Hedgehog

    A black cat and a hedgehog sharing food outside, capturing an adorable moment of cute animals together.

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    #31

    Took My Puppy Through The Wendy's Drive Thru

    People snapping a pic of an adorable animal at a drive-thru window, capturing a cute animal moment.

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    #32

    Met Some Friendly Black Sheep Today. They Ran Right Up To Greet Me

    Four cute black-faced brown sheep standing on green grass in a field, showcasing adorable animals captured in a photo.

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    #33

    You Might Find It Hard To Believe, But This Cat Is My Colleague. I Work At A Pet Supply Company, And Mr. Cat Is The Exclusive Model For Our Product Promotional Images

    Cute gray and white cat lying in different adorable positions on wooden floors, showcasing animals being so cute.

    He also takes on the responsibility of supervising our work and keeping an eye on us when we use the restroom. His name is Yuki.

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    #34

    My Son Is Three Days Old Today, Brought Him Home Yesterday. Our Dog Zuko Has Watched Over Him And Hasn't Let Him Out Of His Sight Since

    A cute dog resting its head on a crib, watching over a newborn baby inside a mesh bassinet, capturing adorable animal moments.

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    Mike Rodrick
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Every kid should grow up with a dog or 2.

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    #35

    Went To The Vet Today, 10/10 Customer Service

    Three cute dogs in an office setting, with one standing on a chair wearing a sweater, showcasing adorable animal moments.

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    #36

    Our Dog And Cats Have Their Own Pet Fish

    Dog and cat curiously watching colorful fish in a small home aquarium, capturing cute animal moments at home.

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    #37

    There Is Nothing Like Watching Your Relatives On TV

    Two cats watching wildlife show on TV, capturing adorable and cute animal moments in a cozy living room setting.

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    #38

    My Sister's Cats Sleep With Heart Tails

    Two cats cuddling on a couch, showing animals being cute in a heartwarming and cozy moment captured by people.

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    #39

    My Horse Sitting Down

    Young horse sitting in a grassy field on a sunny day, showcasing adorable animal cuteness and charm.

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    #40

    First Day Home And My Little Furball Already Trusts Me Enough To Doze Off In The Safety Of My Hands. Pure Bliss

    A person holding a relaxed gray cat on their lap, showcasing one of the cutest moments animals have been caught on camera.

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    #41

    My Uncle Cut Holes In His Fence So That His Dog Could See Out

    Dog nose and eyes peeking through holes in a wooden fence, showing a cute moment people had to snap a pic of animals.

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    #42

    This Isn’t My Cat, But She Comes By For Pats, Cat Yogurt, And Laser Pointers. She’s Very Skittish, And It Took Months For Her To Warm Up To Me

    Three photos of a cute tabby cat indoors, showcasing adorable animal moments captured in spontaneous pictures.

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    #43

    After Dad Tells Sydney How Pretty She Is For A 13-Year-Old

    Smiling dog close-up capturing a cute moment that made people want to snap a pic of this adorable animal.

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    #44

    A Fox Kit I Photographed

    Cute fox family bonding and playful moments captured in nature, showcasing animals being so cute people had to snap a pic

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    #45

    I Know Retrievers Love The Mud, But Seriously?

    Mud-covered dog sitting on c*****d earth, showing a happy and cute expression, perfect for animals being cute.

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    #46

    Gave My Boy Mike A Middle Part

    Fluffy orange cat with perfectly symmetrical fur pattern sitting on a scratching post, showcasing animals being cute.

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    #47

    Panda Used To Be Very Shy, But Now She Loves To Get Attention

    Close-up of a cow being scratched under its chin, showcasing animals being so cute people had to snap a pic outdoors.

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    #48

    My Cats Queue Politely Behind Each Other For Their Turn At The Food Dish

    Four cats, each with different fur colors, sitting and walking on a tiled floor and carpet in a home setting.




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