And while we cannot change the weather forecast, nor can we bring midsummer to your door, we can warm our souls from the inside out. Bored Panda’s loyal readers already know that the best way to do that is getting your monthly dose of these pets’ heart-melting adoption and rescue stories.

So welcome to the March edition that features little critters finding their new forever home and happiness. Upvote your favorite pictures and be sure to check out our previous post with more adopted furballs from January.

#1

We Adopted A Mother Son Combo From A Local Rescue…. They Are Inseparable

We Adopted A Mother Son Combo From A Local Rescue…. They Are Inseparable

Bored Panda reached out to Molly DeVoss, CFTBS, CCBC, CRM, FFCP, a certified feline training and behavior specialist using positive reinforcement to modify and prevent unwanted behaviors in cats, to find out about things to know before adopting a cat.

As a feline behavior specialist, Molly uses her education and knowledge of feline behavior and behavior modification to help guardians enable their cats to express natural behaviors in ways that are preferable for both humans and cats. She also runs Cat Behavior Solutions non-profit organization which is on a mission to reduce the number of cats euthanized in shelters.

#2

Yesterday I Posted How I Was Going To Adopt Vincent Today. A Kind Redditor Who Wants To Stay Anonymous Paid His Adoption Fees And Told Me To Pay It Forward. We’re Home. The 1 Ear Cat And The 9 Finger Man

Yesterday I Posted How I Was Going To Adopt Vincent Today. A Kind Redditor Who Wants To Stay Anonymous Paid His Adoption Fees And Told Me To Pay It Forward. We're Home. The 1 Ear Cat And The 9 Finger Man

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Babsevs 2 weeks agoThis is such a lovely story 💖

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#3

Meet Cj (Colby Jack), The Iraqi Stray That Adopted Our Platoon

Meet Cj (Colby Jack), The Iraqi Stray That Adopted Our Platoon

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Shyla Bouche 2 weeks agoThat’s a LOT of soft can-openers to train.

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#4

My Parents Just Adopted This Sweet Girl

My Parents Just Adopted This Sweet Girl

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Loverboy 2 weeks agoShe looks so polite and so damn adorable, I must boop.

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Before making a decision to adopt a cat, Molly’s advice is to first examine why you are considering adding a cat to the family. “If you are wanting a friend for your existing cat, you should understand that cats have evolved as a solitary species and are highly territorial, and that the introduction process is a long, slow, methodical one.”

Moreover, it’s crucial to be sure you can commit to the time and patience it will take integrating the cat with your cat(s). “Be certain you are ready to assume the responsibility of caring for the cat for its whole life – which may be 20 years these days.”

#5

Shelter Dog Celebrates Getting Adopted

Shelter Dog Celebrates Getting Adopted

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seana lammers 2 weeks agoA great milestone to celebrate

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#6

This Beautiful Boy Sat In A Shelter For Over 6 Months And Was The Only One That Didn’t Get Adopted At An Event Last Weekend. He’s Missing An Ear, Just Had Dental Surgery And Has A Few Bald Patches But My Girls And I Think He’s Perfect. Meet Smooth Dylan (Shelter Name!)

This Beautiful Boy Sat In A Shelter For Over 6 Months And Was The Only One That Didn't Get Adopted At An Event Last Weekend. He's Missing An Ear, Just Had Dental Surgery And Has A Few Bald Patches But My Girls And I Think He's Perfect. Meet Smooth Dylan (Shelter Name!)

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Babsevs 2 weeks agoDylan is a very lucky boy to have you and your girls ….he deserves all the cuddles

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#7

This Is Stinky Boy, He Came Into Our Lives 4 Days Ago In The Rain And Now He Gets As Many Blankets As He Wants

This Is Stinky Boy, He Came Into Our Lives 4 Days Ago In The Rain And Now He Gets As Many Blankets As He Wants

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Babsevs 2 weeks agoAs he deserves! I Love orange boys, so funny and loving (and pretty cute when they are naughty too)

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Molly argues that it’s quintessential to confirm you have the resources, both monetary and time, to provide for the cat. “Learn everything you can about creating an enriched environment where the cat will thrive. Cat Talk Radio podcasts are a good place to learn what cats really need.”

The questions you may want to ask before making a decision to adopt a cat include: “Think about the other people in your home; is everyone on board with adopting a cat? Are your children ready to assume the responsibility of safely interacting with a cat? Is everyone committed to caring for and building a relationship with the cat?”

#8

Simon Was The Runt, And Nobody Wanted Him. I Asked Around Trying To Get Adopted… And Then Like 2 Hours Later Just Decided To Adopt Him Myself

Simon Was The Runt, And Nobody Wanted Him. I Asked Around Trying To Get Adopted… And Then Like 2 Hours Later Just Decided To Adopt Him Myself

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Shyla Bouche 2 weeks agoShe means two hours later, she realized he adopted her.

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#9

My Beautiful Adopted Baby, Vera . She Was Rescued From An Extremely Abusive Household, Being Tied To Barbed Wire And Beaten

My Beautiful Adopted Baby, Vera . She Was Rescued From An Extremely Abusive Household, Being Tied To Barbed Wire And Beaten

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Dani M 2 weeks agohearing things like that hurt so much. lok at that beautiful, loving face. hope you have the best life together

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#10

His Loving Look When He Realized He’ll Never Be Cold Or Hungry Again

His Loving Look When He Realized He'll Never Be Cold Or Hungry Again

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Madam Puddyfoot 2 weeks agoSome say cats don’t have facial expressions- nope! That’s love in his eyes 🙂

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Molly confirmed that with the worldwide coronavirus pandemic, pet adoptions soared. “While people were working from home, many of them fostered kittens and cats, and adopted new pets,” she said.

“Unfortunately, now that people are going back to work, we are seeing a huge number of pets surrendered to shelters and rescues. Cats who were adopted during the pandemic might not be as social because their owners didn’t have as many people over during the shutdown.”

#11

I Adopted A Cat And He Has Just Wanted Nothing To Do With Me. Eats And Then Hides. Today Was A Very Bad Day For Me Personally. I Happen To Just Be Laying On The Ground And He Appeared Letting Me Finally Pet Him

I Adopted A Cat And He Has Just Wanted Nothing To Do With Me. Eats And Then Hides. Today Was A Very Bad Day For Me Personally. I Happen To Just Be Laying On The Ground And He Appeared Letting Me Finally Pet Him

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Babsevs 2 weeks agoHe knew you needed him

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#12

My BF Adopted An Elderly Kitty From A Shelter For His New Place. I Think He Likes It Here

My BF Adopted An Elderly Kitty From A Shelter For His New Place. I Think He Likes It Here

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Babsevs 2 weeks agoBeautiful photo of 2 obvious soul mates …you have a lovely BF …adopting a senior is a wonderful thing to do x

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#13

This Is Benji, My Friend’s Toothless Rescue. His Smiles Are The Best!

This Is Benji, My Friend's Toothless Rescue. His Smiles Are The Best!

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Babsevs 2 weeks agoGummy seniors deserve all the love, cuddles, blankies and wet food you can get your hands on!

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If you’re wondering whether to adopt a kitten or a grown cat, there are some key differences to be aware of. “Kittens will be a bundle of energy for about the first eight months (sometimes longer!) Just like children, kittens go through different stages, from biting to testing boundaries,” Molly explained.

Moreover, “kittens require a great deal of interaction with you, and when they don’t get it, they will often create mischief. It is advised to adopt a pair of kittens so they will teach each other bite inhibition and have a playmate while you are not available. Sometimes, the level of attention a kitten requires feels like too much for an older person.”

#14

My 15yr Old Adopted Nap Buddy Lily. Older Puppers Deserve Forever Homes Too!

My 15yr Old Adopted Nap Buddy Lily. Older Puppers Deserve Forever Homes Too!

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Babsevs 2 weeks agoSeniors are the best snugglers

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#15

Newly Adopted Senior Sic. 12 Years Old And Spent 11 Of Those In The Shelter

Newly Adopted Senior Sic. 12 Years Old And Spent 11 Of Those In The Shelter

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seana lammers 2 weeks agoThank you for rescuing this adorable creature

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#16

I’m An Amputee, He’s An Amputee, I Called To See If He Was Still Available And I’m Adopting Him Tommorow When They Open Up. I Feel Like It’s All Coming Together

I'm An Amputee, He's An Amputee, I Called To See If He Was Still Available And I'm Adopting Him Tommorow When They Open Up. I Feel Like It's All Coming Together

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Babsevs 2 weeks agoMeant for each other….fingers crossed for a wonderful further for you both

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Meanwhile, seniors may be more comfortable with an older cat who is more calm and predictable. “Adopters should consider their age and the lifespan of the cat when adopting. If you suspect your cat will outlive you, then be sure to make arrangements for their care after you pass,” Molly explained.

#17

Thought We Were Adopting A Kitten…might Just Be A Stuffed Animal…done Nothing But Sleep For 3 Days

Thought We Were Adopting A Kitten…might Just Be A Stuffed Animal…done Nothing But Sleep For 3 Days

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Onion Patch Petunia 2 weeks agoProbably having spent several weeks in shock and fear

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#18

Thought We Were Adopting A Cat However, It Seems We Have A Vampire Bat! Meet Casper

Thought We Were Adopting A Cat However, It Seems We Have A Vampire Bat! Meet Casper

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Babsevs 2 weeks agoVoid with teefs! mwah-ha-ha!

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#19

Adopted 2 Feral Kitties (Dill And Pickles). My Older Cat Sushi Thinks He Is Their Mom Now

Adopted 2 Feral Kitties (Dill And Pickles). My Older Cat Sushi Thinks He Is Their Mom Now

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Nor 2 weeks agoWhat a beautiful family meal 🙂

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We also wondered if people are more aware of the “adopt, don’t shop” attitude, and Molly confirmed that there is a much better awareness about the number of animals in shelters and rescues who need a home.

Having said that, some people still prefer to purchase a cat from a breeder. “With shelter euthanasia being the number one cause of death in cats, I urge people to adopt from their local shelter. Oftentimes, there are purebred cats in shelters, and cats who appear to be purebred,” the cat behavior specialist concluded.

#20

I Adopted This Little Guy From Streets, He Took His First Bath Today, Here Is Bruno Enjoying The Warmth Of Sun After The Bath

I Adopted This Little Guy From Streets, He Took His First Bath Today, Here Is Bruno Enjoying The Warmth Of Sun After The Bath

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Loverboy 2 weeks agoLook at the little toe beans ahhh

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#21

I Adopted A 10 Y/O Retired Sled Dog And It Was The Best Decision I Ever Made

I Adopted A 10 Y/O Retired Sled Dog And It Was The Best Decision I Ever Made

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Dani M 2 weeks agothere is a lot of love waiting for you

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#22

Before And After Adoption. Thug Rabbit Reformed

Before And After Adoption. Thug Rabbit Reformed

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Babsevs 2 weeks agoBunnies do need company, mine was big buddies with our senior pup for many happy years

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#23

I Adopted An Old Smoker Lady With Ear Issues, This Is The Face She Makes After Her Routine Ear Cleaning

I Adopted An Old Smoker Lady With Ear Issues, This Is The Face She Makes After Her Routine Ear Cleaning

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Shyla Bouche 2 weeks agoDon’t mess with my ears!

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#24

My Friend Decided To Adopt Sisters. This Is How They Sleep

My Friend Decided To Adopt Sisters. This Is How They Sleep

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Loverboy 2 weeks agoI’m glad your sister adopted both of them, I can’t imagine these two cuties not being together.

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#25

Adopted This Sweet Boy Today

Adopted This Sweet Boy Today

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Babsevs 2 weeks agoFloof!!!

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#26

Finally Adopted A Kitty Of My Own. This Is (Big) Billie. She Was Named After A Billy Goat For Her Headbutts

Finally Adopted A Kitty Of My Own. This Is (Big) Billie. She Was Named After A Billy Goat For Her Headbutts

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Oki 2 weeks agoAlso, Billie means (female) cat in Hindi!

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#27

Drove Up 4.5 Hours To Adopt Wowie

Drove Up 4.5 Hours To Adopt Wowie

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#28

I Adopted This Baby 2 Weeks Ago

I Adopted This Baby 2 Weeks Ago

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Babsevs 2 weeks agoOoohhhh those eyes!!!!

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#29

This Handsome Boy Adopted My Father In Law

This Handsome Boy Adopted My Father In Law

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Babsevs 2 weeks agoWhat a fabulous fur coat he has…dad in law is a lucky guy

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#30

Just Adopted This Derp. Meet Ralph

Just Adopted This Derp. Meet Ralph

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Shyla Bouche 2 weeks agoHis eyes are almost as pretty as mine.

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#31

After 28 Years Of Wanting To Adopt A Cat, I Finally Did! Meet Lulu Everyone!

After 28 Years Of Wanting To Adopt A Cat, I Finally Did! Meet Lulu Everyone!

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Rider 2 weeks agoShe owns you and knows it.

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#32

Just Rescued Lilith, My Little Bean Of Darkness

Just Rescued Lilith, My Little Bean Of Darkness

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Babsevs 2 weeks agoBeautiful bean she is too 💓

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#33

Adopted This Baby Stray A Week Ago

Adopted This Baby Stray A Week Ago

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Babsevs 2 weeks agoGorgeous little bat eared beauty

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#34

My Rescue Cat Has Fully Adopted My Fostered Feral Kitten

My Rescue Cat Has Fully Adopted My Fostered Feral Kitten

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Babsevs 2 weeks agoThis is my baby now…..

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#35

Frank’s Face After His Gotcha Moment. Halllp!

Frank’s Face After His Gotcha Moment. Halllp!

The shelter said it was the fastest turnaround adoption they’d ever had. My son and I went to the humane society—his mission was to adopt an orange cat. A woman walked thru the door with Frank in her arms, said that the dogs she owned were terrorizing him, he is so loved and happy now!!

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sbj 2 weeks agoI think Frank is trying to communicate the terror he saw

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#36

I’m Pretty Sure This Little Rascal I Adopted Previously Only Accessed Food By Scavenging Left Over Human Food. I Cannot Eat Within A Mile Of Her, No Matter How Soon She Had Eaten

I’m Pretty Sure This Little Rascal I Adopted Previously Only Accessed Food By Scavenging Left Over Human Food. I Cannot Eat Within A Mile Of Her, No Matter How Soon She Had Eaten

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Babsevs 2 weeks agoShe knows yours is tastier…..so stop being a food hog and share it out hooman!

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#37

If You Think Adopting A Formerly Feral Kitten From The Shelter Means They Will Not Be Affectionate, I’m Here To Tell You That You Are Mistaken

If You Think Adopting A Formerly Feral Kitten From The Shelter Means They Will Not Be Affectionate, I'm Here To Tell You That You Are Mistaken

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glowworm2 2 weeks agoBeautiful little void!

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#38

Boyfriends Parents Just Adopted These Three Kittens, They Were Told They Were 2 Girls And 1 Boy But Turns Out They’re All Brothers!

Boyfriends Parents Just Adopted These Three Kittens, They Were Told They Were 2 Girls And 1 Boy But Turns Out They're All Brothers!

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Babsevs 2 weeks agoThey are now at the mercy of a gang of youths with murder mittens having all nighters….brawling and yelling (jk lol…sooo sweet they get to stay together)

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#39

We Adopted A Senior Cat So He Can Have A Good Retirement. He Is Living His Best Life

We Adopted A Senior Cat So He Can Have A Good Retirement. He Is Living His Best Life

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vesna antonic 2 weeks agoLooks like he’s already started enjoying his retirement

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#40

Stray Cat I Adopted A Few Days Ago

Stray Cat I Adopted A Few Days Ago

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sbj 2 weeks agoI think the boxes were a big attraction here

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#41

Just Adopted This Two Fellas, Gino And Chester (Main Coons)

Just Adopted This Two Fellas, Gino And Chester (Main Coons)

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whineygingercat 2 weeks agoHoly crow! Have fun grooming them

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#42

Ziggy, My Adopted Senior Kitty

Ziggy, My Adopted Senior Kitty

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Nor 2 weeks agoZiggy is so photogenic

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#43

Ursu, My First Ever Pet That I Just Adopted! She Loves To Bask In The Sun

Ursu, My First Ever Pet That I Just Adopted! She Loves To Bask In The Sun

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Irene 2 weeks agoSo precious! 😍

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#44

Our New Cleo We Just Adopted.. Came From House Of Hoarder

Our New Cleo We Just Adopted.. Came From House Of Hoarder

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Babsevs 2 weeks agoVery pretty little face… definitely goes well with a book ….now all you need is a big comfy chair and a hot cup of tea

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#45

Wife And I Just Adopted This Lil Girl, Who Is Rightfully Nicknamed Stinker

Wife And I Just Adopted This Lil Girl, Who Is Rightfully Nicknamed Stinker

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Alex King 2 weeks agoAww, love her ears! 🐶💕

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#46

Just Adopted My First Kittens And I’m In Love

Just Adopted My First Kittens And I'm In Love

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Loverboy 2 weeks agoThat is now his throne, bow down to the dark prince.

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#47

I Adopted Two Shelter Cats. This Is Tito

I Adopted Two Shelter Cats. This Is Tito

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Peppy 2 weeks agoHandsome dude

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#48

Mom, Please Remind Me Why We Adopted Him?

Mom, Please Remind Me Why We Adopted Him?

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seana lammers 2 weeks agoLittle brothers can be the worst!

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#49

My Rescue Girl Evelyn (Eevee)

My Rescue Girl Evelyn (Eevee)

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Loverboy 2 weeks agoStretchy derp <3

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#50

Adopted This Baby From A Shelter. He Sits Like This All Day… Maybe He’s Scared In A New House? Can Not Understand

Adopted This Baby From A Shelter. He Sits Like This All Day... Maybe He's Scared In A New House? Can Not Understand

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Talitha Jansen 2 weeks agoCats are often scared in a new environment. However this is not the pose of a scared cat. I suggest reading up on cat behavior online, it’s very helpful if you don’t know much about cats.