Dogs The Moment They Realize They’re Being Adopted Will Melt Your Heart

 

Cute Christmas Present

He had been wishing for a puppy every single year and had to deal with rejection from his wife every single Christmas. According to her, it was too much work to add another mouth to feed in their home. Can you just imagine how shocked and happy he was when she finally granted the wish? Aww!

Puppy Love

We do not doubt that a career in law enforcement is going to be stressful. After all, it is not considered one of the most difficult jobs in the world for nothing! Policemen have a reputation for themselves for their rough exteriors, although even they are helpless at the hands of an adorable little dog! This officer is practically melting as he gave his new pup a hug.

Cute Christmas Present

Rock-a-bye Baby

She could not keep her hands to herself the moment she met this new pooch. We do not doubt that she dotes on him, and he seems to enjoy the attention. He absolutely loves being babied! They will surely love each other for a long time.

Rock-a-bye Baby

A Bear Of A Dog

What was this Reddit up to at the time? Here’s his answer: “I went to adopt a dog and ended up with a bear.” Despite everything, he does not seem to mind. As long as his dog with him, he has absolutely nothing to be scared of!

A Bear Of A Dog

Cute First Photo

When choosing a dog to adopt, not a lot of people will go with older dogs. For one thing, there is a higher chance they have health problems that might set them back by thousands of bucks. However, this dude knew the pretty dog was going home with him. This photo was shot outside the shelter where they met. We think her tongue-lolling look is simply perfect.

Cute First Photo

Can We Take Him Home?

Place your bets, ladies and gentlemen. Do you think this little girl wants to say “I love this dog so much” or “Can we take him?” with the face she is making? We are not sure about the answer, but it could also be both at the same time! We’re sure they’ll grow up to be the best of friends.

Can We Take Him Home?

Perfect Present

No one will ever blame you if you feel emotional after adopting a pet. This dude has shown us that he was so touched by the surprise his significant other had in store for him. We are sure his partner was just as moved by his reaction. Aww!

Perfect Present

Similar Expressions

You are going to make the best pictures in the world when your dog is always ready to make the same face you are sporting for the camera. We have to say that this guy got lucky when he got a new dog. We are sure that this selfie only marked the start of their lifetime of adventure!

Similar Expressions

Happy Pill

She had been dealing with depression for quite some time, so you can imagine how tough that must have been. After feeling somewhat better in the emotional sense, she decided it was time to get herself a companion. You can see how happy she was with her decision in the photo below! Good for her.

Happy Pill

Staring Contest

When you have a grouchy dad, we highly recommend bringing home an adorable little puppy. These two are forming a strong bond as they stare at one another. Which one do you think won this staring contest? Good question!

Staring Contest

Power Nap

What could possibly be cuter than a pair of sleeping buddies? Based on the smiles on their faces, the dog and child in the picture are clearly happy with their naptime. After playing hard all day long, it is easy to see why they need some rest. We bet they will be up to more things the moment they wake up!

Power Nap

Lots of Love

This kid knows the importance of showering his new pet with love. The photo would fit perfectly into a Pixar movie. If not, it could very well be a photo from a pamphlet on dog ownership! Try and tell us that you do not get the urge to go and hug your own pooch after this photo, we dare you.

Lots of Love

Dog Kisses

Whoa, can you feel the enthusiasm emanating from this photo? The adorable puppy clearly adores his new human. We can tell because he could not stop himself from licking her right on the nose! That is a sure sign of love between a human and a pet. A Reddit commenter said, “The camera may have been quick enough to catch this protruding puppy’s tongue, but it still couldn’t capture his fast-flicking tail!”

Dog Kisses

Mischievous Look

Well, you only need eyes to be able to tell that the little girl was excited about the Christmas gift from her parents. That look is enough to tell us that she is about to get into all kinds of trouble with her new dog as well. We doubt the pup will have any complaints!

Mischievous LookAww, this young man sure looks happy. It might look like this dog is checking his to see if he is doing a good job. Can someone tell him there is no need to worry because his owner is extremely happy!

Bear Hug

2 Peas In A Pod

Adoption can be a very exciting process, so we perfectly understand the face this older dog is making. The owner slid into the front seat, ready to drive home, but decided to give her new companion some cuddles and kisses first. We bet they were there for quite some time!

2 Peas In A Pod

Old & Young

After the death of her husband, this senior citizen felt rather lonely in life. It was her son who came up with the perfect solution to the problem. A puppy can clearly help during these trying times! They took this photo at the moment she learned the dog was all hers.

Old & Young

Grateful

Considering the way this pup is looking at her owner, it looks like she is thankful for the adoption! She’s happy to have found her way out of the shelter. The teary eyes tell us everything we need to know!

Grateful

Who’s More Excited?

Adoption is an exciting time for every member of the family, but the kids are usually more thrilled than the rest! After her parents brought this pup home, Sarah could not believe her luck. It’s a good thing that Harley shared the sentiment.

Who’s More Excited?

“I Wub You Papa”

Anyone who chooses to take in senior dogs is a good person, trust us. The dog must be 12 years old at the very least, but this man did not mind his age. We are sure they are off to a great life together. Here is to one more adventure!

“I Wub You Papa”

Just Keep Scratching

We are sure that this was what the dog was thinking at the moment the photo was taken: “Ooh yes, right there. Keep scratching human, you’re doing great”. He only learned that he was about to be adopted. We’re sure he was perfectly fine with this new arrangement!

Just Keep Scratching