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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Cows are the Cutest, But This One is Something Special
He acts just like one of the family dogs! And the best part? They're all best buddies!
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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.
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Adorable: This Kitty is Such a Great Mother!
You never seen a mother cat this devoted and loving.
The Hilarious Differences Between Cats & Dogs...
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These Owners Challenge Their Pets Every Day!
Every day these owners come up with a fun new challenge for their cats and dogs.
These Cute Comics Radiate Friendliness and Warmth
These heartwarming comics by artist Guy Kopsombut will infuse your day with a little positivity.
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Watch Messi the Puma Outperform Dogs in Training!
Messi is a puma who lives the life of a gentle pet. Watch him go through dog training better than the other dogs.
Here's Why Dogs Will Make Your Life All the More Awesome
These photos prove exactly why dogs are awesome!
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Take a look at some of these dogs who went out of their way to help their human friends.
The Beauty of a Mother's Love, Stunningly Captured
This adorable photo series proves that the love between a mother and her baby exists also among the animal kingdom.
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Two Orphaned Baby Foxes Meet For the First Time
Watch two orphaned baby foxes lay eyes on each other for the first time and become best friends in this heartwarming video.
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Adorable: Cats vs. The Mysterious Invisible Wall!
These cats are putting their collecting feline intelligence together to try and figure out a way past this strange and invisible wall in their way
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Pet Me, Or Else! - Otter Demands Cuddles
Humans are not the only ones who enjoy cuddles under the blanket. This otter hurries to cuddle with her human every time she is called.
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.
Cows Are the Underrated Cuties of the Animal World
Who says only cats and dogs are cute? Look at these adorable cows!
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Babies of the Wild: Mother Nature's Tiniest Wonders
These baby wild animals are just so cute and cuddly! See them in action in this adorable video!
Hilarious: When Even Animal Parents are Seriously Challenged
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Watch MARUMI the Red Panda Grow and Play!
In this video we get the absolute pleasure of making the aquaintance of Marumi, a beautiful and joyful little bundle of fur.
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Sweet Moments: When Dogs Get Jealous!
These doggies are so jealous of each other, it's hilarious.
These Playful and Lovable Ferrets Will Win Your Heart
It’s time to add some cuteness to your day with these adorable pictures of playful ferrets.
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Aww! Baby Wombats Are the CUTEST
Baby wombats are among the cutest animals on this planet!
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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.
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Bees Have Cuddly Feelings Too!
It turns out that bees have feelings too, and they can be just as cute as any other pet! Watch this rescue story...
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You are invited to look at dogs, cats, and other animals that will warm your heart as captured through Guru’s lens.
When Cats Pose For Pictures, They Become Real Supermodels!
Some cats are so beautiful with thick glossy coats and long flowing tails. These are a few of such cats that look like real supermodels in photographs
16 Adorable Animals Who Got Cool Disability Upgrades
These animals got high-tech upgrades and are thriving.
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These 12 Cute Animal Moments Will Have You Smirking!
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Adorable Baby Animals That You Will Want to Pet
Sit back and go "aww" at these incredibly adorable wild baby animals.
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This Dog Adopted 5 Baby Bunnies and It’s Beyond Adorable!
This mellow and loving golden retriever named Bailey has five new unusual puppies - a jolly group of the cutest baby bunnies!
Tiny Mice Get Dream Home Thanks to Kind-Hearted Artist
Wildlife photographer Simon Dell has built an entire village for mouse he saw in his garden.
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Heartwarming: Gentle Pit Bull Raises Kitten as His Child
Video: Bubba the pit bull acts as orange tabby Rue's parent, playing with her and taking care of her
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Try Not to Laugh at These Funny Kittens... We Dare You!
This video compilation of kittens is both cute and funny!
Funny Collection: Click On An Animal to See a Video!
This interactive animal video collection is so much fun - just choose the animal and enjoy the cuteness!
These 11 People Befriended Foxes and It’s TOO Cute!
Here 11 heart-melting photos of foxes who became best friends with people!
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Allow These Silly Animals to Brighten up Your Day!
Seeing animals doing silly things never fails to make us laugh. Luckily for you, we have found another silly animal compilation that'll make you laugh out loud!
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Adorable: This Dog is Educating Her Owner...
This lady dog will not allow her quarantined human to play any more video games, and she's insistent.
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Funny and Adorable: These Cats Are All Gangsters!
Funny and Adorable cats that don't take trouble from anyone!
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Is There Anything Cats WON'T Climb?
This compilation video is gonna show you how cats can climb just about anything they set their mind to.
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These busy but still cute service doggies have no time to play fetch!
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The Cuteness of This Sweet Baby Beaver Is Unbearable!
Who knew baby beavers were so cute?! This little friend has been born in April, 2020, at Point Defiance Zoo in Washington state.
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