The transformation that most dogs and cats go through when they are adopted from a shelter and brought into a loving home is really beautiful.

Those poor animals spend day after day locked up in cages and then finally, they get taken to a forever home and the love just comes in waves! And it lasts their entire lives (and your life, too).

What else could you ask for, really?

You’re about to see a collection of really wholesome photos that show recently adopted animals that we think will make you very happy.

Let’s enjoy these pics together!

1. A very good boy.

Living his best life.

2. This is adorable.

Can’t you just feel the love?

3. It’s safe to come out.

He’s warming up to you.

4. That is a BIG kitty.

And looks like a loving one.

5. She looks very happy to me.

Now she’s in her forever home.

6. Welcome to the family!

Good thing you found this cat in the woods!

7. No ear? No problem!

She looks just perfect!

8. Already feeling very comfortable.

That’s a good sign!

9. You did the right thing.

Keep them together!

10. What a good boy!

We should all be so lucky to have a Poundcake in our lives.

11. Proud papa.

And the dog looks happy, too!

12. I love this picture.

Makes me want to go get a cat today.

13. A big baby.

She just needs some love. That’s all it takes.

14. Hey, Hank!

Down a leg but doing just fine!

Those definitely made me smile!

How about you?

Have you ever adopted a pet? If so, we want to hear all about it!

Talk to us in the comments!