45+ Animals That Are On A Mission To Make Anyone Down Feel Better

Every now and then we all feel stress from work and home life. It feels like nothing is going right and the week is getting worse and worse. Your hope is that you can simply make it to the weekend and that next week will be better.

When life gets you down like this, an easy way to pick yourself back up is to check out some pictures of cute and adorable animals! The easygoing, no-nonsense personalities of pets can make you feel so much better. This is especially true when you see pictures of adorable baby animals. They’re sure to put a smile on your face.

Here are some photos of adorable animals that can make you feel better when you are sad. As you scroll through these photos, your stress or sadness will begin to fade away.

1) Cute Baby Badger

Whoever said a badger couldn’t be cute was wrong. Granted, give this little fellow a few years and you definitely won’t be sticking your finger in its mouth. But for now, this little fellow is as cute as can be.

2) Baby Otter

While otters themselves are cute, baby otters are even more so. In fact, this fluffy, little baby otter is as cute as a button. He makes you wonder what he is thinking about as he looks up at the person taking his photo.

3) Hedgehog in a Hat

This little hedgehog in a hat can really brighten your day. He almost looks like he is getting ready to deliver some newspapers. I wonder if he finds time to be a hedgehog when he is not looking after his newspaper duties.

4) Gumbo and Shrimp

This dog, named Gumbo, takes his stuffed animal friend, named Shrimp, with him everywhere. They do look inseparable. It makes you wonder why he loves this little stuffed animal so much. Was it given to him by his owner, or did he find it somewhere along his journeys?

5) Pig in a Bowtie

Animals dressed up in costumes are so cute, but few can top this little pig in a bowtie. Look at him all snazzy looking and ready to get his picture taken. It makes you wonder if this photo was taken for a special occasion or just because he looks so cute.

6) Beautiful Nature

The shiny plumage on this beautiful little bird on a carrot is amazing. I just wonder how they were able to get that little beauty to sit in the palm of that person’s hand. The colors of its plumage glisten in the sun, making this little bird look so surreal.

7) Baby Sloth

Baby sloths are the cutest and always look like they have a little smile on their tiny faces. It almost seems like nothing could get them down. Look how cute this little guy looks hanging upside down and smiling for the camera.

8) Doggie Swing

You don’t usually see a dog in a swing, but according to this dog’s owner, this dog insisted on taking a ride over and over. Even when its owner took it out of the swing because he thought it looked uncomfortable, the dog kept running back to it for another ride.

9) Hedgehog With a Teddy Bear

Here’s another hedgehog, this one with a little teddy bear. It almost looks like the hedgehog is hugging his little stuffed animal because he loves it so much. And is that a smile I see on the hedgehog’s tiny face. Too cute!

10) Bucket o’ Turtles

Look at all those baby turtles in a plastic container. It even looks like this one is raising its tiny hand as if to say, “Pick me!” These turtles are so lucky to have such an advantage at the start of their lives, all protected in their big, orange container.

11) Pug in a Boot

If you were asked what was cuter than a pug, you could say a pug in a boot. This little guy is looking out at the picture taker as if telling them to leave him alone. Sorry little pug, but the great, wide world awaits. There is no time for hiding in a boot!

12) Snugglebunny

What better cuddling companion than a soft, warm bunny rabbit. While you would think most dogs would chase a rabbit, this one seems to have come to an agreement with this particular bunny. Give him snuggles and he’ll leave the bunny alone. Sounds like a fair trade.

13) Two Peas in a Pod

This cute, little baby and equally cute dog are too much. Looks like that dog is getting a little sugar from this sweet-looking baby. According to the photographer, the dog and baby share a birthday. Here’s to a lifelong friendship between the two!

14) Bowie

This cute, little golden retriever named Bowie is everything you could want in a puppy … soft, cute, and so cuddly looking. Someday this little dog will grow up to be a loyal companion.

15) Baby Blue Jay

This little bird has it made, looks to break hearts and a hairstyle to match. Look at its cute little eyes looking inquisitively at the world. Someday it will fly away and establish its own nest, but until then he can sit around on a branch and look cute all of the time.

16) Bright Eyes

What beautiful and bright eyes this little kitty has. As a matter of fact, I could lose myself for hours in this kitten’s soulful gaze. Maybe its owner can keep it young forever. Hopefully, when it grows up, it will retain those remarkable eyes.

17) Puppy With Ball

Okay, who let the cuteness out? This puppy with its little purple ball is simply adorable. It looks so happy and nonchalant, happy in the fact that it has its favorite ball in its grasp. And look at that face. So cute!

18) Along for the Ride

This little pup seems like he is going places. I just wonder how long it took his owner to train him to sit still in the basket. I guess even if he jumps out, he can keep up by just running alongside the bike.

19) A Line of Puppies

Here come the puppies, all eight of them. I would love to play with them all at once, but then again it could be a little scary. Who knows what trouble they could get into? Hopefully, they are good, little dogs and listen to what their master tells them to do.

20) Learning to Play

This little kitty has the right idea … but needs to improve upon its execution. It would seem that while cats are great climbers, this is not always the case with little kittens. Give it time, though, and it will be climbing like a champ.

21) Here Boy

This little puppy is so cute as it waddles to its owner when summoned. It almost looks like a little toy. Its hair is so soft looking. It’s just the cutest little puffball. If it was mine, I would hold it and squeeze it forever.

22) Attention Seeker

Some dogs just love to be the center of attention, even when the picture is of another dog. All of the other dogs in this picture seem content to wait their turn, but not this dog. His need for attention is so great that it will do anything for it, even wedging himself into a precarious position.

23) Puppy Pajamas

Okay, now this is the cutest picture I’ve ever seen. The owner of this little puppy has dressed him up in a set of miniature pajamas. The puppy has done his part by posing in the cutest way.

24) Window Licker

Either this cat likes to tease its owner by sticking out its tongue, or it’s giving that window a good cleaning. Maybe it’s just thirsty and is licking the rain off of the glass? Maybe its owner should just open the window and let this obviously thirsty cat in to get a drink.

25) Release Me!

Obviously, this little turtle does not like to be restrained or held back. It’s almost like it is saying, “Let me go you big, dumb human!” Of course, humans being humans, we think it’s cute and just keep holding on.

26) Mango

This puppy, named Mango, really likes to smile, according to his owner. Makes me curious at what else he does. Would he laugh at a good joke, or would he frown when he was sad. These are the questions that keep me up at night when it comes to such expressive dogs.

27) A Present for Master

This little kitten likes to bring leaves to its owner, which I think is better than the alternative, a dead, or worse, living mouse. Who knows, maybe its owners can train it to stick to bringing them leaves when it gets older.

28) Baby Squirrel

Oh, how sweet, a baby black squirrel. While his owners decided to name him Steve, I wonder if he even realizes he has a name. It would be funny to see them call for Steve and a squirrel runs up. Maybe they can also train him to fetch their slippers while they’re at it.

29) Punk Rock Cat

This cat’s owner made him a little denim punk rock jacket. I seriously wonder, though, if he just likes to look like a rebel or if he actually likes the Sex Pistols. Either way, he pulls the look off flawlessly.

30) Puppy Face

This little puppy was just rescued from the animal shelter, according to her owner. Just look at that cute, little inquisitive face. I wonder if she’s trying to figure out what is going on or is simply thinking about going to its forever home?

31) Oops, I Missed!

Even though he missed the pee pad, how could you be mad at that little face? It is almost as if he is saying, “Who me? No, I didn’t pee in the floor.” It just makes you want to grab his little face and smoosh his cute, little cheeks.

32) Planking Turtle

Who knew that turtles liked to plank? Maybe he was a North American teenager in a previous life. His buddy doesn’t seem amused though. He’s probably like, “Really dude? Can you do that somewhere else? I’m really trying to get somewhere really slow here!”

33) Coyote in a Cup

Adult coyotes might seem scary in the wild, but this little coyote pup is as cute as can be. It almost looks like he is taking a nap while just chilling in a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers coffee mug. Luckily, this was just a stop on the journey to the wildlife rescue center for the little guy.

34) Say it With Flowers

This dog, named Oakley, loves to pick flowers for its owner. Of course, the owner just has to plant more since Oakley picks them from their garden. Hey, at least Oakley seems kind and considerate. Most dogs would just dig the flowers up and be done with it.

35) Doggie Kisses

Aww, this pit bull just loves to be kissed, as evidenced by the happy expression on his face. Look at him, all bashful when that person gives him a peck on the cheek. I just hope he’s not French.

36) A Bunny in the Hand

You know what they say, a bunny in the hand is worth two in the bush. Or is that birds? I don’t know. What I do know is give this bunny time and you will have more than two in the bush.

37) Cat Nap

It looks like this cat is out like a light. Good thing he has his buddy dog to watch his back. I wonder if the cat watches the dog’s back while he sleeps. Knowing a cat’s penchant for sleeping all of the time, he is probably also napping while the dog is napping.

38) Hong Kong Disneyland Elephant

Even though this little elephant is a part of the Jungle Cruise ride at Hong Kong Disneyland, I wonder if they modeled it after a real baby elephant. It sure looks happy one way or the other.

39) Puppy Love

This puppy just loves his bigger friend and considers him his best buddy. The older dog, on the other hand, seems resigned to wait patiently while his little friend snuggles his ear. Deep down you know he really loves that little pup.

40) Puppy Number Seven

This puppy, number seven of his litter, was born with a seven on his nose. How odd, that he would be born that way. Makes you wonder if he is the prophesied one of the dog world, seventh pup of a seventh pup.

41) Bowtie Kittie

This fluffy cat looks like he is about to break out into a song and dance routine. That, or his bowtie is a little too tight. I wonder if he knows “Mr. Bojangles” by Sammy Davis, Jr. I’m sure he’d love it!

42) Going for a Ride

This dog looks like he is ready to go on a bike ride with his owner. Just look at that smile on his face, though it looks like his partner is only confused as to what is going on.

43) Happy Pup

This happy pup looks content to simply lay by his older friend, though it could just as easily be a happy puppy laying next to his mom or dad. And while the older dog doesn’t seem quite as enthusiastic, it does look like they have a little smile going on.

44) A Tiny Snack

This little gerbil seems content to eat its snack while sitting in a wine glass. I’m curious if this little guy has another bigger home or if he is relegated to live in this wine glass all of the time.

45) Laundry Dog

Where does a dog hide when trying to get away from the kids? Why in the laundry hamper of course, as evidenced by this resourceful canine. Though the hiding place wasn’t that well thought out, as his owner was able to find him to take this cute pic.

46) Chick Magnet

This dog is such a chick magnet. And you know he likes it. Look at him just sitting there with all of the cute, little chicks surround him. He’s like a proud papa protecting his babies.

47) Cute Sloth

Look at this sweet, little sloth sitting on a branch, its doleful eyes telling you everything is going to be alright. I just wonder if it would be up for a hug, at least a really slow one.

48) Cup Full of Sunshine

A hedgehog in a cup is just the dose of sunshine that you need during a busy day. Look at that cute guy peaking out at the world around him. As the cup says, “Hello, Sunshine.”

49) Finger Monkey

Look at this cute, little finger monkey, as he holds onto the finger for dear life. So small and fragile; I’m curious as to how big he will grow. Hopefully, he remains the same friendly monkey that he seems to be in this photo.

50) Give Me a Hug!

Check out these two cute pups. The one puppy is saying to you, “Pick me up!” On the other hand, his partner doesn’t seem to really care one way or the other. As a matter of fact, it looks like he is wondering what in the world is going on.

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If you ever feel yourself getting down and out from the stresses at work or at home, make sure to check out some photos of adorable animals in often cute or hilarious situations to make you feel better. In fact, these photos can make you feel much better when you are sad, giving you a much-needed happiness boost.