A recent study, conducted at the University of Western Australia, found that young children from dog-owning households are better behaved, more empathic, and have greater emotional wellbeing than those without a dog. These results confirm what many had already believed to be true for decades. Besides all the aforementioned benefits, simply watching kids and dogs bond is one of the most heartwarming things in the world. The following pictures depict such budding friendships of kids and their furry best friends.
Image Source: Reddit
Image Source: Reddit
Image Source: Reddit
Image Source: Facebook
Image Source: Reddit
Image Source: Reddit
Related: Big Dogs Need Cuddles Too - 20 Enormous Dogs Being Cute
Image Source: Reddit
Image Source: Reddit
Related: Children and Animals Can Form the Purest of Bonds -13 Pics
Image Source: Twitter
Image Source: Facebook
Image Source: Reddit
Related: Frenemies Forever: These Pics of Cats and Dogs Are So Cute
Image Source: Reddit
Image Source: Reddit
Image Source: Reddit
Image Source: Reddit
Image Source: Imgur
Image Source: Reddit
These Vintage Pics of Dressed Up Cats & Dogs Are Too Cute!
It's always great when beautiful vintage photos turn up, but they're even better when they feature adorable dogs and cats all dressed up! Take a look.
These Must Be the Cutest Puppies Ever! Wouldn't You Agree?
These 20 photos of adorable puppies will simply melt your heart!
These Round Fluffy Pets Are Just ADORABLE
Every pet is cute in its own way, but you can’t deny that those cats, dogs, and bunnies who are extra round and fluffy are just irresistibly adorable...
ABCs of Cows: A For Adorable, B For Bovine, C For Cute!
While cows may not seem like the cutest creatures at first glance, these photographs shows us their cuddly and adorable side.
I Think Your Dog Is Broken - 20 Hilarious Photos
As much as we love dogs, it can’t be denied that they can sometimes act a little goofy. Funnily enough, that's exactly the thing that makes them the best!
When Pets and Toddlers Act Silly, We Can’t Help But Laugh!
Who's better at making us smile than pets and kids, especially when they're acting a bit silly?
Dogs In Love Sends the Cuteness Scale off the Charts!
According to these photos, it isn't just humans that feel all loved up - dogs are prone to it too. View these 18 adorable pictures now.
This Family Thought They Brought Home a Dog, Not a Cat!
Dogs are highly adaptable creatures, like Mako, the table-climbing dog who was likely raised by cats and is now convinced that he is one!
Adorable Cats & Dogs Sure Make My Day!
You can witness hilarious, adorable situations and more in the compilation of funny videos featuring delightful cats and dogs.
Who Says Cats Don't Miss Us?
This compilation of cats welcoming their humans is proof cats have feelings too.
It's Virtually Impossible Not to Smile at This Video!
When cats meet puppies, we get a natural mood booster!
Hilarious: American Kids Trying Foreign Breakfasts
When US kids try breakfasts from other countries, things get very funny...and cute!
These Animals Are All So Happy to See You!
These animals all possess something endearing.
These Cute Animals Will Warm Your Heart This Winter...
If you want a little ray of light to cheer you up on a gray winter day, the animals in this photo series will do just that!
These Cute Animal Friends Will Brighten Up the Darkest Day
We all want a best friend and some of us are still looking, but these animals have found theirs, and the results are too cute for words.
These 10 Animal Adoption Stories Will Melt Your Heart!
Have a look at these 10 cross-species animal adoption stories and see if you've ever heard anything sweeter!
The Heartwarming Story a Cat Who Became a College Student
Meet Teukgang, a cute four-legged cat that’s attending classes at Gangdong College in South Korea.
This Has Got to Be the Best Trained Cat in the World
Everyone thinks that it's only dogs that can be trained, but this cat proves otherwise.
I Couldn't Help But Laugh at This Dog's Urge to Sing
Watch this French bulldog sing-a-long with his owner!
These Beautiful and Adorable Animals Are Enjoying Sniffing..
Apparently animals love flowers as much as humans do, as is evidenced by these super-cute pictures. Here are 14 animals enjoying the sweet scent of flowers.
Animals in Sweaters! Can There BE Anything Cuter?
It's winter and our adorable pets need sweaters!
These Animals Have a LOT to Say!
This video is full of the cutest talkative animals and pets!
This Tiny Octopus Gets Excited When His Human Visits
Watch this tiny octopus as it gets excited and 'plays' with his human friend.
Too Cute! See These Babies React to Their Dad Coming Home
In this baby videos compilation, you will see happy babies who can't get enough of their dads the moment they come home.
These 23 Hilarious Kitties Have Some Real Cat-titude!
Cats bring so much joy to world because they are both cute and hilarious, in equal measure. These 23 funny kitties will prove just that!
20 Cute Cat and Dog Photos Which Will Make You Go Awwwww
A lot of people think that cats and dogs cannot be friends. However, these 20 cute photos shows just how wrong this is.
These Pets Just Need 5 More Minutes of Beauty Sleep
Nothing will wake up these adorable pets on their lazy morning.
Need a Smile? Try Dachshunds and Their Feathery Friends!
These little sausage dogs have found some tiny, feathered friends and now have a great time together. Let's have a look.
This Wild Crow Comes to Play with This Family's Pets!
This is a story of a wild crow who became a daily guest this happy family's home, and how she started playing with the family pets!
This Raven is In Love With the Human Who Saved Him...
This raven, aptly named Loki, is enamored with his rescuer, and never leave his side...
No Cribs Can Contain These Super Babies!
Babies can do some incredible things. These ones go the next level and perform daring (and hilarious) escapes from their cribs.
Is There Anything Cuter Than a Golden Retriever Puppy?
What's cuter than a Golden Retriever? A Golden Retriever puppy, of course! You've got to check out this photo gallery, which will melt your heart!
Only Mommy Bears Know How to Deal with These Cuddly Cubs
There is no relationship bigger than that between mother and child, and this is so beautifully illustrated by these wild bears. Prepare for cuteness!
Dog Lovers, You're Going to Agree With Every Word...
There are so many beautiful stories about man's best friend.
Are Cats Smarter Than Dogs? This Clip Will Surprise You!
Are cats smarter than dogs? Perhaps not! This video will reveal the truth once and for all...
These Baby Animals Are Just the Sweetest Thing I've Seen
It doesn't get much cuter than adorable baby animals. Look at these gorgeous phtoos.
Animal Fun: 20 Adorable Trouble Makers!
This compilation will take you to 20 different animals at their most naughty moments.
Let These Adorable and Funny Puppies Brighten Up Your Day
We tried not to laugh at this cute and funny puppy compilation, but it was just too difficult...
20 Adorable and Inspirational Quotes about Dogs
Every dog lover needs to read these adorable and inspirational quotes about our furry friends.
Puppies and Babies Make The Cutest Sleeping Partners Ever
What is cuter than a sleepy puppy. The answer is contained in this video - a sleepy puppy AND a sleeping baby!
All These Pets Want to Do is Be with Their Owners
If our pets could spend 24/7 with us, they most probably would. These photos prove it.
Just Let Sleeping Dogs Lie - Because it's Funny!
Because we love dogs we are allowed to laugh at them when they pull the funniest faces. And they are never funnier than when they are sleeping. Just look!
Funny & Cute: When Dogs Realize They're Going to the Vet...
When dogs realize they are going to the vet, hilarity ensues.
Adorable! This is What Your Cat Wants You to Know!
While it may be easier to understand the language of dogs, the behavior of cats, is quite different. Let's take a look at what our cat wants us to know!
16 Dogs that Are So Sweet it Must Be Fattening
Aren't dogs the best? They are so easily cute and sweet. Here are 16 examples of just how cute they can be.
Grandma Loves Her Kangaroo
This kangaroo is just like a little baby craving hugs and kisses, and it's unbelievably adorable!