20+ Animals That Were Lucky to Turn From Strays to Beloved Pets

Many of us have heard the saying “You become responsible, forever, for what you have tamed.” But not everyone keeps these words in mind in their everyday lives. As a result, millions of pets end up in shelters and even on the streets. Luckily, according to the statistics of recent years, people tend to adopt stray animals more willingly and give them a chance to have a new happy life.

After looking at the photos of these happy furry friends, we at CHEERY are convinced that love and care can work wonders. See for yourself.

1. “Ran in front of my sister’s car and wouldn’t move until she picked him up. Two years later, he became a giant fluff.”

2. This poor “Gremlin” turned out to be a British Shorthair.

3. “I found him sleeping under a parked car. Now he sleeps in my bed every night.”

4. 18 months apart

5. “I brought him home just over a month ago. His name is Daryl and I would fling myself into the sun for him.”

6. “After months of shy side eyes, it’s amazing to see this guy start smiling at us daily.”

7. “How it started, how it is going.”

8. “Lizzy’s transformation. From the shelter to living her best life”

9. “From a sad prison cat to a bed-making assistant”

10. “Day 1 vs. 6 months later”

11. “I rescued this golden girl almost 2 months ago, and it’s like she is a different dog! Say hello to Luna.”

12. “My dad found this cutie alongside the road while working. I’d like to say he lives a spoiled life.”

13. “They said it might take weeks for him to adjust. It’s been a week. I think he’s adjusting well.”

14. “She walked right up to the door of my job. She’s now chunky and happy.”

15. “No one wanted to adopt him because of his cropped ears and ’scary-looking’ face. Now Bronco is healthy, always smiling, and loved by everyone he meets.”

16. “I’m not a cat person, but he won me over. It’s been 1 year now.”

17. “Freya was found abandoned in New Orleans—covered in scabs and ticks. She’s been with us for 2 years now. I’m happy to say she is a pro snuggler.”

18. “I saw her and found out she was in the kennel all the time and I wanted to give her a life outside of it. The best decision I’ve ever made.”

19. “A Gus transformed!”

20. “One of our foster dogs living her best life at her forever home.”

21. “Before and after we adopted Ollie. He even won best adopted doggo at the city fair! He looks so chuffed.”

22. “Shelter photo vs. 2 years later”

Do you have a pet? How did it come into your life?