20 Awwdorable Pictures of Dogs Before and After Adoption
Rescuing a pet sure comes with many responsibilities, but it’s the most fulfilling feeling there is. Here are a few pictures that will warm your hearts.
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Seeing dogs in the most neglected conditions and knowing they’ve found a loving family is nothing short of heart-melting. From being stuck in a cage to freely playing in the open and from being timid to turning into a people-friendly dog, this list covers it all. Our compilation of before and after adoption pictures prove the power of a nurturing loving home and the impact it can have. This list will leave the toughest of toughest bawling.
1. Vida, the well-fed Staffordshire Bull Terrier
It just breaks your heart to see a dog starving. But, thankfully, she has a new home that’s treating her well. And we all can see the difference a loving home has made for this rescue dog. @streettails ensured she found a permanent home, caring parents, and a happily ever after. We love to see Vida in her element.
2. Poppy – from cell to a happy home
Oh, how we love this little golden pooch with the tee on! @cubic_d adopted this golden retriever from the Humane League of Lancaster, and it has made such a difference to Poppy, as we can evidently see. From living in a cell to being a celebrated member of the family, Poppy couldn’t ask for more. P.s: her tee is such a mood.
3. Neck cone to a party hat; it’s been quite the journey
Who wouldn’t want to bring home this bright-eyed innocent pup! @venomous.rat adopted this pup four years ago, and he’s been a part of their family since. Swipe through this gallery to see how far this doggo has come and also for an extra dose of cuteness. Moreover, that yellow sweatshirt just adds to the cuteness!
5. Lapek found a new home too
Here’s another journey of the rescued dog and the family who adopted it. Looking after an abandoned life and nurturing it with love changes the rescuer’s life just as much as it changes the life of the animal. It’s a beautiful journey of love, and @olhabosova gave as much as they could. Lapek needed medical help and a caring family, and he finally has it all.
6. This transformation just took a year
@locationxhunter, it indeed is incredible progress. Kudos to you! Looking after a rescued animal demands far more nurturing, effort, dedication, and time than anyone can imagine. It takes a toll physically and mentally, and rescuing them involves dealing with their mental health, too. We cross our fingers and hope more animals find their forever home.
7. Another happy ending
We love happy endings. @broomecountyhumanesociety, thank you for sharing this transformation. Ms. Frizzle found her happily ever after, and we’re beyond thrilled to see that she’s well taken care of. This furball could easily lighten up the grumpiest of moods by just being around. Wouldn’t you love coming home to this little pooch? We sure would!
8. Harper is happy to be out of that cage
Adopting a rescued dog comes with added responsibilities. Some animals take months to even accept their new home despite being taken care of. This can really be taxing for rescue parents. But the feeling of content is equally rewarding, and here’s @harper_and_gravy sharing their story. Browse through their page if you have your heart set on Harper.
9. Pearl, our favorite rescue story
This is the real deal! Pearl, here, was captured in a cage for ten years just to give birth to litters. She has finally been adopted by a nurturing family, and if that doesn’t melt your heart, we don’t know what will. We’d bring home this four-legged button in a heartbeat. We’re glad her battling days are behind her. @dalleyllama, we respect your perseverance.
10. Bailey, we love your bow
She’s one good lookin’ pet! The pain in her eyes is evident in the before picture, and there’s no doubt that she came with a lot of emotional baggage. But we love the transformation, and her bright button eyes make us forget it all. @bnbbandanas has put in a lot of work, and the progress is evident. Good job!
11. Lina regained her confidence
It must be quite the roller coaster ride for Lina and her new parents to get to know each other and feel secure in each other’s company. Thankfully, those days are behind them, and Lina has grown into a confident, people-loving dog. @kammakams, give yourself a pat on the back for Lina’s progress and all the hard work put in by you and your family.
12. Teddy, it’s only looking good here on
A lot of work goes into making a rescue dog feel at home. The early days sure are a struggle, but it looks like it’s all in the past for Teddy and his new family. We’ve got to hand it to you, @Carrie.613; we see nothing but pure joy on Teddy’s face. So he is feeling protected, secure, and all those magical things you want him to feel.
13. This little terrier is having a ball
Standing on his twos, pleading to be adopted, and that genuine innocent face; who could resist bringing this furball home? We would just not have the heart to pass on this one. We love how the little girl and the rescued dog snuggle and enjoy each other’s company. @rose_n_jane, we have not even met him, and we already adore him!
14. Luna rocks her new haircut
It breaks our hearts to even see the before picture of Luna in that condition. Clearly, she went from being just skin and bones and neglected to getting blow-dried and fresh haircuts. We, undoubtedly, heart this transformation. @nashvillefosterdogmom, this truly is a great progress for four months. Luna found her fur-ever home, and she makes us want to adopt a doggo, too.
15. Droopy, sad ears to happy ones
This powderpuff has been through the worst, and our heart goes out to her. Kudos to the family, hailing from Florida, who dedicated a great deal of time, effort, and money to regain this pup’s ability to use its paw again. @lucky_finnley won our hearts with their resolute intent to give this pooch a better life.
16. Mimi melts our hearts with her puppy eyes
This is such a moving picture! Our hearts ache at the sight of these siblings being scared, stuck, and helpless in the drain. Thankfully, they were rescued. Here’s a picture of Mimi, who found a secure shelter that she can now also call her home. @dotoly, thanks for sharing this heart-warming picture. It’s going to be days before we get over this pup.
17. Goose Goose got its fur back
@adventuresofgoosegoose, you couldn’t have said it any better. It’s just been four months, and he looks like the happiest pup ever. He’s seen some speedy recovery, and Goose Goose couldn’t have it any better. The furry doggo seems to have made itself comfortable in its new, friendly home. We wish the family a life full of adventures, mischief, joy, and love.
18. His ear-to-ear smile says it all!
He, hands down, is the happiest boy in town! @dta2269 and the family certainly did well. His dapper look in the blue neck collar has us going all mushy. We honestly want one of our own. Just the before and after picture has us feeling content, and we can only imagine how fulfilling the pet’s parents must feel.
19. Lemon the little princess
Neglected to the extent of being just skin and bones, Lemon is now having the time of her life. The before and after pictures are taken just a year apart, and we see a stark difference in her health and body language. This is the power of a loving family. To see more adventures of Lemon, checkout @lemonwiththeears’s Insta gallery; it’s awwdorable!
20. Timid pup turns mischievous
We stand by @ivanina.yankova’s quote: You can’t buy love. Adopt it. Just this one picture makes us feel so many emotions, it’s difficult to get our eyes off it. If only words could describe how content we feel, seeing this pretty pooch emitting nothing but pure joy. Are you ready to move on from this picture yet? Yeah, us neither.
