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.

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The Exploits of Adorable Dog Nannies is My Cute Fix for the Day!
Whether it’s a soft paw on a baby’s back or a playful game of fetch, these moments of canine compassion are sure to brighten your day!
Have You Seen Vintage Pictures This Cute Before?
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 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...
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5 Times Dogs Won Over Cats as Friends
Watch these 5 dogs work and succeed at getting the family cat to love them back, or at least tolerate them.
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!
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This Pup's Journey to Recovery Will Melt Your Heart
This Puppy's journey to recovery from mange will touch your heart.
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.
15 Times That Cats Did Their Best to Ruin Someone's Pics!
They say that modern humans love to take a selfie, but perhaps it's not just about our species - look at these 15 hilarious photobombing cats!
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Adorable: The Soccer Stars of the Animal Kingdom
These soccer players are not your average players... in fact, they're not even human.
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Cute Corner: Tiny Mini-Horse Grows Up Thinking It's a Dog
This tiny horse grew up in a house full of of dogs, connected with them, and eventually even started acting like one!
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These Inter-Species Friendships Melted My Heart...
Watching these animals from different worlds become fast friends makes me feel so happy!
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This Cute Parrot Has One Unusual Habit...
This rescue parrot has one unusual habit that will crack you up. She loves using an electric toothbrush, and it's too funny to be true!
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This Woman Befriended an Untamable Animal in Her Yard
Dora forms a unique bond with a fox that regularly visits her yard
These Cute Little Fellas Will One Day be Deadly Hunters!
Pictures of cute cubs of wild cats
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This Video is Just the Cure Your Heart Needed
Watching happy dogs makes me happy, and I bet it will make you happy too!
3:05
This Baby Boar Thinks She's a Puppy - AWW!
Yezhu loves belly rubs and wags her tail when she's happy. She thinks of herself as a dog, just like the other pets in her home. But Yezhu is a wild boar...
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...
17 Sweet Moments That Show Why Every Child Needs a Dog
If you have a dog and small children at home, you’ve probably already their wonderful friendships. If not, the following 17 pictures will show just that.
Take A Look At 18 Of the Animal Kingdom’s Redheads!
Did you know that redheads also exist in the animal kingdom? Get to know 18 beautiful and charming animals that'll add some color to your day!
Feline Love: 15 Moments of Cats Enjoying Affection
Take a look at these 15 adorable cats that will prove to you that love is still alive.
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Naughty Dogs That'll Split Your Sides and Melt Your Heart
Naughty dogs tend to do the funniest yet cutest things. This hilarious video is guaranteed to split your sides with laughter!
This Purrfect Cat Poem Will Make You Smile From Ear to Ear
We dedicate this post to all the cat owners, who will surely be able to relate to the words of this Cat Prayer-Poem.
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Labradors are So Much Fun to be Around!
This hilarious compilation brings you the best and funniest from one of the best dog breeds in the world.
This Adopted Animal Family Shows Harmony Can Always Exist
This adopted animal family consisting of seven brothers and sisters from different species get on just great. Take a look at pictures from their family album.
If Your Cat Could Talk, Here are 11 Things It Would Tell You
Cats are mysterious creatures. Here are 11 things they're trying to tell you through their behavior.
13 Animals Who Found Their Perfect Soulmates in Humans
Check out these heartwarming pictures of animals befriending humans and sharing the most lovable bonds.
These Adorable Animals Wear Their Heart on Their Sleeve!
These adorable little animals can certainly teach us all a thing or two about enjoying life at its fullest and it's absolutely adorable!
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!
These Photos Show That Dogs Are the Best Co-Workers
We all need to have a good sidekick when we're at work, so why not take our dogs? These photos show that dogs really are the best co-workers!
This Baby Changed an Abused Dog's Life for the Better
You've got to see these adorable photos of baby Archie spending time with his family's beloved dog, Nora.
Orphan Kitten Strikes Up Cute Friendship with Mourning Dog
A tiny orphaned kitten was taken into a cat sanctuary for a second chance at life. That’s where she met a dog and struck up a cute friendship. Take a look.
Aren't These Animals the Most Adorable You've Ever Seen?
Take a look at these incredibly cute animals!
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Why Do Cats Suddenly Bite Us During Petting Sessions?
How to read the subtle cues your cat is giving you and avoid annoying it.
Cats Blissfully Sleep in the Most Intriguing of Places...
These hilarious photos prove that cats will lay their head just about anywhere.
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I've Never, In My Life, Seen a Cat Do This...
You've got to see the only skateboarding cat in the world!
How Do You Say "I Love You" in Cat?
The different ways animals show their owners affection
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This is the Cutest Thing You Will See All Day!
Watching our pets play, eat and sleep is the cutest thing.
11:05
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.
These 11 People Befriended Foxes and It’s TOO Cute!
Here 11 heart-melting photos of foxes who became best friends with people!
16 Adorable Photos of Children and Their Beloved Pets
These 16 photos are the best proof that all children should have a pet. Watch them frolic, sleep, eat and play together in these adorable pictures.
15 Dogs That Have No Idea About How Enormous They Are
These dogs may be cute as can be in spite of their enormous size, but they really have no idea just how large they are. Here are 15 clueless, gigantic dogs.
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This Sweet Video About Puppy Adoption Made Me Mushy Inside
The heartwarming story of a young man that adopts a puppy.
These Little Elephant Calves Just Melted My Heart!
These not so little elephant cubs are so adorable you'll wish you could mother them!
Let's Laugh Along with These Adorable Smiley Animals
These animal smiles are wonderfully contagious. Can you contain yourself?
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This Is Proof That Dogs Never Lie About Who They Love
If a dog is showing you some love, they mean it because they never lie!
When Cats Are Hungry, You Better Watch Your Dinner Plate!
Some cats don't know which food is for them and which is for you!
Corgis Really Are the Sweetest Puppers - Adorable!
Enjoy 20 hilarious and cute pictures of the best puppies and dogs ever!
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