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It’s the end of the month, which means Bored Panda has compiled a new list of adorable animal adoption photos. Many kittens, doggos, bunnies, and other critters have found their forever homes in April, and can now relax and enjoy being part of their new families.

It’s incredibly heartwarming to know that with the coronavirus ravaging the world and some shelters closed to the public, people are still finding ways to open their hearts and offer neglected animals a second chance at life.

Continue scrolling to check out the images and be sure to check out our March, February, and January articles if you’ve fallen behind on the series!

Discover more in 50 Most Wholesome Rescue Pet Photos Of This Month (April Edition)

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#1 My Husband Couldn’t Have Pets Growing Up. When We Bought Our First House I Got Him A Little Surprise

“During this period of great uncertainty, one bright spot has been the incredibly passionate response from people willing to open their homes and hearts to foster and adopt vulnerable shelter animals,” Pamela Reid, PhD, CAAB, Vice President of The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Behavioral Sciences Team, told Bored Panda in a statement. “At the ASPCA, we have seen a nearly 70 percent increase in animals going into foster care through our New York City and Los Angeles foster programs, compared to the same time period in 2019. Even in times of crisis, Americans are stepping up to show their commitment to animals in need.”

#2 My Dog, Who Has Never Liked Cats, Adopted My Bottle Baby Foster Kitten. She Adopted Him Too, I Think

Not all animal shelters expected this. “We thought people were going to bring their animals in and then run for the hills,” Katy Hansen, communications director for the Animal Care Centers of NYC (ACC), told Vox. However, the pandemic opened up an entirely new demographic of potential pet fosters: “The people that were filling up the applications were primarily millennials who lived with roommates. That’s not a demographic that we usually see coming forward to foster because they’re working and they live with three people.” At any given time, ACC has over 600 animals in their care. Now, it’s less than 100.

#3 After Adopting Our First Cat Everyone Prepared Us For A Nervous And Timid First Few Weeks, This Was Our Sweet Boy 30 Minutes Later

Reid also noted that it’s important to think about the future when our regular work and school routines commence again. “Your dog or cat may be left confused (and lonely!) once everyone is rushing out the door instead of spending time at home. Even while you and your family are home, start to prepare your pet by designating time for them to spend … alone throughout the day.”

First, Reid suggested creating a cozy, inviting place for your dog or cat to nap away from all the activity of remote work and school. You can even put on some soothing music or radio. For example, there are Spotify playlists dedicated entirely to calming your pet.

“When giving your pet time away from you, offer your dog tasty chews to keep him busy. You can purchase all sorts of interesting and easily digestible chews online, such as bully sticks, tendons, tracheas, scapulas and cheek rolls,” Reid explained. “Both dogs and cats will also be entertained for some time with an interactive food-puzzle toy.”

#4 The Neighbours Wanted To Put Down This Dog Due To Being Very Aggressive. Instead, My Dad Adopted Him Into Our Family

Shadow was very aggressive when we first brought him home but now he is filled with so much love. He is with his two best friends everyday playing and sleeping together

Also, there are many free game apps for cats to play with on their own. Reid said you can also find battery-operated toys online that may keep your cat busy and happy on their own. “Leave your home and take a stroll outside without your dog occasionally to practice leaving the house for short durations. While you’re out, leave your dog a chew or their meal in a puzzle toy to keep them busy and occupied during your absence.”

Pets have kept us company for thousands of years, and they’ve been especially helpful during the quarantine, helping us manage our stress and anxiety levels. So let’s try to put in the extra effort and help them transition back to normal life when the pandemic is over.

#5 This Little Girl We Found In A Cardboard Box

#6 Sebastien Recently Gained A New Little Sister

#7 Abbi Learned How To Walk Upstairs Alone And She’s Very Proud Of Herself

#8 Everyone Meet Jake (7-Years-Old). My Wife (Pictured) And I Adopted Him Yesterday From A Local Shelter

Jake has been in 4 different homes in the last year and deals with a ton of anxiety. But with lots of love and his new big sister, Gigi, he’s going to be just fine

#9 Adopted This Sweet Baby Boy Today. His Name Is Pickles

#10 My Mom Meeting Her Dream Kitten For The First Time Today

#11 I Saved Him, But Actually He’s Saving Me

#12 Disco Is 2-Months-Old And Just Woke Up From A Nap

#13 My Son, 8, Who Happens To Have Autism Got A Bunny. He Sits Outside With The Bunny For Hours. His Echolalia Stops. His Stimming Stops. He Is Calm, Focused And Happy

#14 Hi Everyone. My Name Is Joey. I Am Excited Because I Am Being Adopted Today

#15 My Girlfriend Has This Rescued Cat, And I Think She’s Cute

#16 The Two Puppies Who Visited The Georgia Aquarium Were Adopted Together Today

#17 She Suddenly Slept Like This While I Was Just Playing With Her. It Was A Stray Kitten, My Brother Adopted Her

#18 My Dad Just Got A Kitten

#19 My New Puppy. She’s A Mutt, Some German Shepard And Some Australian Cattle Dog

#20 This Is Little Arietty, Patiently Waiting For Me To Throw Her Toy. I Am Starting To Suspect That We May Have Adopted A Doggo

#21 Dad’s New Little Girl

#22 Adoption Day For This Little One. That Look

#23 I Found Him Running On A Road. Got His Chip Scanned And The Vet Called The Owner On File. They Didn’t Care About Him, He Was Dumped. So Meet My Little Buddy, Wilson

#24 My Husband And I Found This Dog Wandering Around In Our Neighborhood Today. Turns Out She’s Been Seen Around For Weeks, And No Owner Has Come Forward

She doesn’t have a chip or tags, so we’re taking her in indefinitely while we search for her owner. We’ve been calling her Juno

#25 We Rescued A Pregnant Cat. Best Decision Ever. This Is Her With Her Son

#26 Everyone, Meet Popeye, The One Eyed Rescue Pup

#27 Morning Blep From Our Rescue Kitty, Mosi

#28 He Was Adopted After Being Going From Home To Home And Being Mistreated By His Former Owner. I Think He’s Finally Happy

#29 After Growing Up With Cats And Loving Other People’s Cats. I Finally Have My Own Bundle Of Pure Joy – Meet Nova Everyone

#30 This Was The Day This Little Guy Found Me And Got Himself Adopted

#31 Quarantine Silver Lining: Time To Adopt This Pupper

#32 Karma The Pitbull. Got Her From My GF’s Work

#33 It Finally Happened. I Rescued This Beautiful 2-Year-Old Boy Today! Everyone Meet Mr. Teriyaki

#34 The Best Thing To Come From The Coronavirus… We Adopted Our Foster Pup

#35 I Adopted A Smol Woodland Critter. He Is Either A Dog Or A Badger, Not Sure

#36 Our New Rescue Kitty. We Call Him Sinbad

#37 We Just Rescued This Left Alone Cat, He Instantly Fell Asleep When We Got Back

#38 My Birthday Is Tomorrow, Got Myself The Cutest Little Rescue. Meet Marcel

#39 The Adoption Center Said To Expect Her To Hide Under The Bed For A Week. Here Is Our New Girl, Millie, After About 4 Hours

#40 Adopted A Stray Kitten Today. Meet Kelly

#41 I Adopted A Cat (Grey One) For My Elderly Parents And After Two Weeks Of Hiding He’s Starting To Hang Out With Us

#42 Just Adopted And She Graced Me With A Blep

#43 Adopted These Two Beauties, They Are Sisters And Totally Inseparable

#44 Adopted This Guy Three Weeks Ago. He Spent The First Two Hiding Under A Chair And Now Sleeps With Me Every Night

#45 Our Recently Adopted 8-Year-Old Kitty In Full Curl Mode

#46 Adopting During Quarantine Was An Excellent Choice

#47 He’s 5-Weeks-Old And Rescued From Having To Go To The Pound. He Farts A Lot And Is Getting The Hang Of A Potty Pad

#48 Adopted A 3 Legged Street Cat From Greece. He Has Just Discovered The Resident Betta Fish

#49 Just Adopted Bubbie, I Think She’s Precious

#50 I Had Always Wanted A Poodle, Decided To Adopt A Good Girl 3 Days Ago

In times of uncertainty, having pets can be incredibly soothing and therapeutic. As seen in the story of Hayley with her Pomeranian and kitten, pets are more than just companions; they become family.

For those curious about how pets can positively impact our mental health, check out how animals help with stress by offering companionship and unconditional love, as detailed in this heartwarming tale.

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