Is there any greater joy than knowing that you're loved and wanted? It’s one of the best feelings ever, and especially so for a pup that’s lived in a shelter. You’re about to meet some lucky dogs that were plucked from shelters or rescues and taken in by loving people. These touching photos were taken right at the moment that the pets realized that they were going to be adopted by their new parents. Who knows, you might just be inspired to give a sweet shelter pup its furrever home after seeing these. We say do it! Keep reading for more!
You Mean I Get To Run Around In This Fun Green Stuff All Day?!
For a dog that's been in a shelter for any considerable amount of time, just getting to play outside in the grass can be a pretty big deal. This totally adorable little pup seems to know that he’s hit the "new home jackpot" with this pretty backyard.
He looks so happy to be playing outdoors that he might just pick some flowers to give his new parents as a thank you for adopting him!
High-Five For Getting Adopted!
This nine-month-old pup is named Nook, and he sure is happy to be running around freely in his new backyard. He's so happy that he even decided to give his owner a high-five just to show his appreciation.
He better be careful rolling around in the grass or else he won't be that white for much longer! We just hope that Nook's owner adopts another dog and names it Cranny, that would be too much cuteness to handle!
Shhhhh
Shhhh, don't wake the sleeping baby! This tuckered-out pup certainly deserves to take a nice long nap on the floor now that he’s been adopted and gotten to check out his new home.
That’s the face of a dog who is super content and happy with his new living situation. It’s so sweet the way his new family has even covered him with a snuggly blanket to make sure that he’s comfy and relaxed.
Lucky Luna
This adorable little Australian Shepherd/Border Collie rescue puppy is named Luna. Her human parents document her life on Instagram, to the delight of Luna's 1,400+ fans. This particular photo was posted as a tribute to her adoption anniversary!
"One year ago we spontaneously got this little nugget and it was the best decision we ever made. Her sassy attitude and wiggly butt make us laugh every day. Happy adoption day Luna!" reads the caption. Luna was so contently snuggled in her dad’s arms after hearing the good news that she fell right asleep.
Look What A Day Can Do
In a subreddit thread called "Before N After Adoption," a user shared a photo of his newly-adopted dog. The caption read, "What a difference one day makes. Meet Jackson!"
It's truly hard to believe that these photos were taken just one day apart but it just goes to show what a difference being adopted can mean to a dog. Shelters do the best they can with their resources, but the love of a furrever home and family is something they're not always able to provide.
Rodrigo Is A Molto Felice (Very Happy) Dog!
Rodrigo the miniature bull terrier is sure one happy shelter story. He was rescued by a kind-hearted couple in Italy, and he now lives an adventurous life that's documented on Instagram. He has almost 10,000 followers!
Here's Rodrigo on the day he found out he had a furrever home. His new parents wrote, MINI-BULL RESCUED from a SPANISH SHELTER now living in Milan Italy, Born on 6Jan2015." Today, Rodrigo spends his days traveling and napping.
That New-Home Glow
You'd almost think this picture was photoshopped. This pup with his big grin looks too happy to be real! But this is indeed a real dog, expressing overwhelming happiness about going home with his new human companion.
Smiles like this are contagious. Guess what? So is the kind of love that a shelter dog can bring you. If you’ve ever been on the fence about bringing a dog in need into your family, just take a look at this ear-to-ear grin.
One Tuckered Out Pup
Here's a Reddit post that will make your day. User Potato_hygienist put up this lovable photo of his new puppy. "My wife and I just adopted our first dog. Meet Pixel! Say 'Hello', everyone! Dogs are family :)," he wrote. Smiley face included.
It's obvious that Pixel just wore himself out running around in the grass. That tired but happy look is the result of knowing that he's now home with his awesome new family!
Nice And Toasty
This little pup named Charlie just got adopted and is taking advantage of being situation. He must know that he has his owners wrapped around his fingers, so he's going to get as comfortable as possible.
Charlie must be feeling pretty grateful at this moment because it's rare that he had this kind of treatment before he was adopted. If that were my dog, I probably would have taken hundreds of pictures of this exact moment because it's too cute to pass up on.
Adopted And Healthy!
This reddit user's dog is named Cody, and she was extremely sick when her owner adopted her. Luckily, her owner was able to give her the best care around and now Cody is fit as a fiddle!
We're so happy that Cody was adopted even though she was sick because she probably wouldn't have made it otherwise! If you can't tell by the look on her face, it's clear that Cody is thrilled to have not only been adopted but to be healthy again too!
Sleeping Beauty
This little dog named Koolie was just three months old when she was adopted. This picture was taken on the way home from the shelter. While some dogs may be very nervous on their first drive home, Koolie looks so peaceful sleeping in the back seat.
We're sure that when Koolie finally made it home, she spent her time checking out all of the different parts of the house for the best napping spot possible. We hope she found her favorite one!
Rocko Is Happy To Be Outside
This good boy is named Rocko, and this is his first time being outside after being adopted from a shelter. We're happy that Rocko's owner was able to snap a picture at this exact moment because Rocko looks like he's excited to be home while also saying thank you to his new owner.
It's either that, or he realized that his neighbors also have a dog. Hopefully they do, that way Rocko can make some friends to help him assimilate to his new home.
First Day Home
Reddit user Thebrookesterr was kind enough to share this precious memory of her dog on his very first day at his new home. This pup has manners -- just check out the way he chose to thank his new pal.
We think a doggy kiss is the best kind of 'thank you' there is. Thebrookesterr is certainly lucky to have found this pooch, and we hope they've been enjoying life together ever since this firt day.
First Adventure
This is Duncan, he just got adopted and is now on his first real hike with his new family. Just when you thought this dog couldn't get any cuter, they put that adorable banana on him to let everyone know that not only is he cute, he's adventurous as well.
If it's the owner taking the picture, that's the look of pure love on Duncan's face. Not only did his owner adopt him, but he's getting outside to explore the world and get some much needed exercise.
That's The Friendliest Guard Dog We've Ever Seen
It might be hard to believe that the person who adopted this German Shephard mix wanted the pup to be a guard dog! Redditor Promt69 wrote, "My uncle adopted this former Russian guard dog. He warned me not to get too close." Ha!
The dog is clearly just a big snuggle bunny that's overjoyed to be meeting his new dad's nephew. This case is another example of why it can be so rewarding to adopt an older dog – they are usually so full of love to give!
Check Out The Smile On Booker
Redditor NaJ88 shared a photo of their rescue doggie coming home right after being adopted. "For my cake day, I'd like to share the very first picture I ever took of Booker... This was the car ride home," the post read.
We can't think of a happier birthday treat than celebrating that special moment when you get to bring your new best friend home with you, and NaJ88 seems to agree, writing "I think I was smiling wider than he was that day." Booker sure is a cutie!
Ready To Go Home!
This woman sent a picture to her husband of the dog she just adopted and he had to share it with the Internet. I don't know about you, but that looks like a dog that's ready to be taken to their forever home.
Who wouldn't want to adopt this cute little guy with those blue eyes and floppy ears? It's amazing that he needed to be rescued to begin with. We're sure he's happy now, along with the husband that was surprised with this beautiful new puppy.
