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You might have had a tough week or even a difficult month. Now, it’s time to kick back, relax, and immerse yourself in some uplifting dog posts. You deserve it.

We know how much you love dogs, dear Readers, so Bored Panda has collected the newest most wholesome photos of our canine friends for you to pet virtually. Upvote the pics of your fave best boys and girls, and share photos of your own dogs in the comments! And in case you need some serious cheering up, we’ve got you covered with our earlier blessed dog lists here and here.

As if you needed more evidence that doggos are wonderful (no offense to any cattos, we love you, too), science has shown that owning pets does wonders for your physical and mental health. Having a dog at home reduces stress, lowers blood pressure, and even decreases the risk of kids developing asthma. Bored Panda wanted to learn more about the positive effects of having a dog in your life, so we reached out to the Arizona Humane Society. Scroll down for our insightful chat with them.

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He Loves All Animals

He Loves All Animals

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I Promised To Try To Love Her As Much As Our Golden Does

I Promised To Try To Love Her As Much As Our Golden Does

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My Dog Is 18, Has Trouble Standing. Since Clare Was Born, He Stands For Hours Watching. Good Boy

My Dog Is 18, Has Trouble Standing. Since Clare Was Born, He Stands For Hours Watching. Good Boy

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AHS Media Relations Specialist Kelsey Dickerson told Bored Panda all about how our physical and mental health improve when we get a dog. "There are so many incredible benefits of owning a pet that go beyond the joy they bring to us each and every day, studies prove that having a furry friend greatly improves our mental and physical health as well, especially during these times when quarantine and social distancing has led people to staying at home and decreased in-person interaction," she said.

"A few physical benefits of owning a pet include lowered stress levels, increased heart health (i.e. lower blood pressure, cholesterol levels, heart rate, etc.), helping you and your family stay in shape with increased opportunities for exercise and outdoor activities with your pets, as well as increased socialization opportunities with other people and pet owners," Kelsey went through some of the benefits.

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Four Borzoi Dogs Adorably Peek Their Big Noses Out Of Curtained Window One At A Time

Four Borzoi Dogs Adorably Peek Their Big Noses Out Of Curtained Window One At A Time

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Stray Dog Looking After Stray Kittens

Stray Dog Looking After Stray Kittens

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"Pets also help improve our mental health by offering us unconditional love and companionship, especially for those who live by themselves or are unable to socialize with others on a regular basis. It has also been proven that pets help decrease our anxiety levels, increase our compassion for others, and also help children’s cognitive stimulation and understanding of appropriately interacting with other beings."

Just how much more active are dog owners? In general, they tend to walk and much much more. One study found that older dog owners took an average of 2,760 more steps each day compared to non-owner seniors. That’s more or less an extra 23 minutes of daily exercise.

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I Heard A Light Knock On My Door And Went To Answer It And It Was My Landlords’ Dog Bringing Me A Stick

I Heard A Light Knock On My Door And Went To Answer It And It Was My Landlords’ Dog Bringing Me A Stick

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Time also writes that another study showed how dog owners were much more active during the winter months, spending around half an hour less being sedentary each day. So having a dog is wonderful for your physical health because they help you stay in shape while you’re helping them stay in shape. It’s the perfect quid pro quo situation, don’t you think?

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Some of us might wish that we could understand what dogs are saying. However, canine experts already have a pretty good idea of what they’re trying to communicate with their body language.

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Charlie! He Was My Sober Gift To Myself. 130 Days Alcohol Free Today

Charlie! He Was My Sober Gift To Myself. 130 Days Alcohol Free Today

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

Congratulations! 130 days without alcohol deserved this cute doggo!

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

Awwwwwwww so cute and a bit sad he/she was left there. If he/she was mine i would have made extra sure it was taken care of

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For example, when a dog maintains eye contact with you, that’s usually its way of saying that it trusts and loves you. When your doggo bows before you, that means that it wants you to take a break from working or studying and play with it for a bit.

Meanwhile, when your pet brings you an object, it doesn’t necessarily mean that it wants to play fetch! Sometimes, these items are meant as gifts. Lucky you!

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A Family Portrait

A Family Portrait

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

how do you get the attention of 5 different animal? or is it photoshopped and i'm just naiv? :)

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My Dog Lexi Is Turning 10 Soon. Through College, 3 Cities, 2 Apartments, And Our First Real House - Anywhere We Go, We Go Together

My Dog Lexi Is Turning 10 Soon. Through College, 3 Cities, 2 Apartments, And Our First Real House - Anywhere We Go, We Go Together

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Taught Chloe To Stand On My Wheelchair’s Feet Rests, Now All She Wants To Do Is Give Me Kisses

Taught Chloe To Stand On My Wheelchair’s Feet Rests, Now All She Wants To Do Is Give Me Kisses

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This Is "Frida", She Has Saved 60 People So Far In Her Career

This Is "Frida", She Has Saved 60 People So Far In Her Career

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We Tested Smoke Detectors Yesterday. She Heard The Alarms And Ran Up The Stairs, Made It Past The Dog Gate, And Frantically Searched Every Room Looking For All Of Us. She Would Not Calm Down Until She Could Check Every Room. She Has Never Been Trained To Do This, But She Still Tried To Rescue Us

We Tested Smoke Detectors Yesterday. She Heard The Alarms And Ran Up The Stairs, Made It Past The Dog Gate, And Frantically Searched Every Room Looking For All Of Us. She Would Not Calm Down Until She Could Check Every Room. She Has Never Been Trained To Do This, But She Still Tried To Rescue Us

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When Ravioli Saw His Pups For The First Time!

When Ravioli Saw His Pups For The First Time!

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My Grandma Had A 10th Birthday Party For Her Dog

My Grandma Had A 10th Birthday Party For Her Dog

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In Mexico, This Girl Who Was Celebrating Her 15 Years Was Posing On The Floor When A Stray Dog ​​approached And Snuggled Over Her. Instead Of Getting Angry, She Asked To Take Pictures Together

In Mexico, This Girl Who Was Celebrating Her 15 Years Was Posing On The Floor When A Stray Dog ​​approached And Snuggled Over Her. Instead Of Getting Angry, She Asked To Take Pictures Together

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He Guarded A Bird With Broken Wing Under My Truck For Four Days Before It Could Fly Off. Had To Bring Them Both Food And Water Because He Refused To Leave Its Side Day And Night, Very Proud Of Him

He Guarded A Bird With Broken Wing Under My Truck For Four Days Before It Could Fly Off. Had To Bring Them Both Food And Water Because He Refused To Leave Its Side Day And Night, Very Proud Of Him

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When The Ac Hits Just Right

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

When you rub your ears on a ballon too many times and it stays like that

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Today Is Extra Special Because This Old Man, Who I Was Once Told Had A Life Expectancy Of 8 Years, Turns 16 Today! Happy Birthday Baxter Bear!

Today Is Extra Special Because This Old Man, Who I Was Once Told Had A Life Expectancy Of 8 Years, Turns 16 Today! Happy Birthday Baxter Bear!

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Just A Raccoon Hugging A Chihuahua

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My Dog Diesel Passed Away Last Month. I Had Him Cremated And His Ashes Spun In This Orb

My Dog Diesel Passed Away Last Month. I Had Him Cremated And His Ashes Spun In This Orb

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

I've lost a child shortly before the birthdate and if I had known about this (and if it was legal here), I think I would have at least thought about it.... maybe. It is SO beautiful!

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Purest Pup Ever

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

This just hit me with a bittersweet memory of my old GS, Patsy. One day she was accidentally left inside way longer than expected while we were out and we came home to a steaming pile of poo and a VERY apologetic girl. She had even tried to cover it with bits of loose paper, bless her. I made sure she understood that the fault lay with us hoomans and that she was a clever doggo.

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True Love Knows No Fences

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My Dog Rolo Has Always Been A Messy Drinker, My Girlfriend Turned His Water Bowl Into A Moss Garden To Keep The Place Tidy

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

great idea! Wish i could do the same with the cat litters :D

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My Foster Mama Ellie Had Her Babies Yesterday - Apparently She Came With A Whole Lab Sampler Pack!

My Foster Mama Ellie Had Her Babies Yesterday - Apparently She Came With A Whole Lab Sampler Pack!

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

8 puppies *_* so cute! would need just one more chocco lab to make my ocd happy :D

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Took My Uncles Guide Dog For An "Off Work" Walk

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

Dogs are amazing to be able to understand "work" and "off work" among all of their amazing talents! They are unbelievably intelligent!

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

Freedom from the harness! How great to be able to roll around like that.

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

The 3rd picture has the most happy happyness ever. Send to guiness records asap.

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

Clearly appreciating the day. Am I the only one who hears that "what a day for a daydream" song when looking at these?

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If You’ve Had A Rough Week Check Out Little Man Snoozing With His Very Good Boy

If You’ve Had A Rough Week Check Out Little Man Snoozing With His Very Good Boy

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Sir Patrick Stewart Playing A Very Serious Game Of Chess With His Foster Pup

Sir Patrick Stewart Playing A Very Serious Game Of Chess With His Foster Pup

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I’m Currently 40 Weeks Pregnant And His Favourite Spot Is On The Bump

I’m Currently 40 Weeks Pregnant And His Favourite Spot Is On The Bump

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

One time there was a reddit post where a ladies pit bull suddenly started getting aggressive towards strangers in the house and on walks. She was worried about his sudden change in temperament. Someone said to get a pregnancy test because pregnancy would explain the dogs protective behavior. She was pregnant.

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Somehow, I’ve Ended Up With Three Different Animals With The Same Color Scheme

Somehow, I’ve Ended Up With Three Different Animals With The Same Color Scheme

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Doggy Has Asthma And Requires Multiple Nebulizations. But As Long As He Has His Ducky With Him, He Know He Is Gonna Be Ok

Doggy Has Asthma And Requires Multiple Nebulizations. But As Long As He Has His Ducky With Him, He Know He Is Gonna Be Ok

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Meet Charly, The Heart-Eyed Beauty ?? Isn't He Gorgeous?

Meet Charly, The Heart-Eyed Beauty ?? Isn't He Gorgeous?

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Teddy Has Been Working On His Quarantine Beard. What Do You Guys Think?

Teddy Has Been Working On His Quarantine Beard. What Do You Guys Think?

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When You Walk Past Someone You Know But Not Enough For You To Say Hello

When You Walk Past Someone You Know But Not Enough For You To Say Hello

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My Mom Puts Their Puppy In Her Apron Pocket When She Preps Dinner And I’m Not Sure Who Enjoys It More

My Mom Puts Their Puppy In Her Apron Pocket When She Preps Dinner And I’m Not Sure Who Enjoys It More

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