35 Bashful Animals Who Look Like They’re Ready For A Hug

There’s nothing quite like cuddling a sad puppy. These animals are showing all kinds of emotions, some with outstretched arms. Who could say no to them and their request for love?

1) Maybe They Won’t See

This cat does not want to have her picture taken. The best way to prevent that is to cover your eyes. Is it just me, or is she the first of many that need a hug?

2) The Cutest Animal Ever

What is this animal? Well, it looks like a meerkat. The most adorable meerkat that you have ever seen. He’s shy and he needs lots of cuddles to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

3) I Ain’t Afraid Of You

This cat is sassy and confident, but she’d rather you ask before taking pictures. It looks like she’s about to slap that camera out of someone’s hand.

4) Let Me Take My Nap

This shy little girl is new around the house and her owners say she’s coming around. But first, she needs a small nap to reset, and maybe a few calm pettings.

5) Picture Perfect Pup

This puppy could be famous. She looks sweet and sleepy, and is so photogenic. But she also looks just shy enough to cover her eyes whenever the camera is near.

6) My New Home Is Weird

This pupper just made it to her new home and she doesn’t know what to do. She’d rather do her business in private but there’s always someone watching her.

7) Sonic Isn’t Shy Like This Dude

You don’t see hedgehogs that often but they are adorable. They even eaten small snakes as well as snake eggs. Who knew these guys were such predators.

8) Those Eyes Though

Those bright eyes are much like Puss from Shrek’s Puss in boots. Do you think he’ll look as handsome as Antonio Banderas in a feather hat and boots?

9) He’s Embarrassed

This guinea pig isn’t shaved, he’s a hairless guinea pig known as a Skinny Pig. He’s so sweet and a little shy though. Don’t you want to cuddle that fleshy rodent?

10) Hide And Seek Time

These two cats were adopted the day before this picture was taken. They are a little wary of their new home and are constantly found inside strange places.

11) Hey There

This lion may be flirting with everyone who visits her. It’s pretty adorable and if there was a lion who liked hugs, it would be her. She’s gorgeous and friendly.

12) The Monster Is Gone?

This poor dog is named Humphrey and he’s a little shy. He likes to hide under his bed when there is company or when things get too loud at home.

13) Where’d Everybody Go?

This Red Panda is as adorable as a Red Panda can be, which is super adorable. But he looks so lonely and ready for some love. Who wouldn’t want to cuddle with a Red Panda?

14) I Need You Now

When this dog is feeling insecure, he needs to touch his owner’s hand. Then he’s all better after a while. Sometimes you just need someone to let you know it’s alright.

15) Take My Hand

Turns out fluffy white dogs need a lot of love. Good thing most humans with dogs have a lot of love to give. This one here is always ready to lend helping hand.

16) Do A Barrel Roll

Pandas love to play in the snow apparently. This one is great at ninja rolls and loves to cuddle with his human friends. Makes you want to be a panda nanny doesn’t it?

17) Just Close Your Eyes

These siblings are about as different as can be. But they do have one thing in common. They are both as shy as they can be and need reassurance from their parents.

18) Maybe They Can’t See Me

This Australian Shepherd is a little camera shy and a whole lot of sweet. He hides under the fence, hoping it will help him hide from all these new people.

19) Hugs For Pugs

Pugs love hugs, that’s why they are called pugs, isn’t it? Pups that love hugs? They sure are funny little dogs and they deserve as much love as you have to give.

20) Thanks, Brother

This cat may be shy, but she loves her brother. His glasses are fun to knock off and he’s always ready to cuddle when you’re feeling insecure. Everyone needs a bro like that.

21) With Open Arms

Now that is one pretty hummingbird. He has his arms wide open and he’s ready for a hug. But I don’t recommend it, hummingbirds are quite small and fragile.

22) Please Not Today

This cat is everyone’s aunt who complains with a laugh every family reunion that you’re taking too many pictures of her. Okay, Linda, we’ll move along now.

23) Now That’s A Cool Pup

This pup has no bothers to give. He’s super chill and ready for love. He sure has gotten a lot of love and who can blame all of the ooglers? Just a nice dude.

24) She Doesn’t Want To Talk About It

This girl volunteered at an animal shelter and was told not to hold this cat because she’s shy. But whenever she did hold her, the cat wouldn’t let go for ten minutes.

25) How About A Bear Hug?

There’s a reason that “bear hugs” are a thing. Obviously bears give amazing hugs, and this bear gives the best ones of all. Let’s just hope he knows his owns strength.

26) What Did I Tell You, Susan?

Have you ever seen such a beautiful dog? Her blue eyes are as bright as can be and her fur is a mixture of beautiful tones. Yet another dog with better hair than you.

27) The Otter Guy Is Adorable

Everyone loves otters, and this otter is no exception. He’s a White Arctic Otter and he loves hugs. Just beware that his are cold and wet, like doggy kisses!

28) Looking Like A Model

This dog is so photogenic that you’d be crazy not to be jealous. She’s chilling like an Instagram model. She definitely needs her own following if she doesn’t have one already.

29) Three-Player Game

This baby anteater is asking for a hug and I hope that someone gave him one. He’s definitely one of those little brothers that beg you to play a game with them.

30) Is It Safe Now?

This Dachshund puppy may be super sweet but he’s also very shy. He’s new to this world and the way everything works. He doesn’t come out when company is around.

31) Take Them of The Cat

This pupper loves to cuddle but he does not like big crowds. He’s shy and he prefers calm walks in the park and cuddles with his homeboys.

32) That’s What Tails Are For

This cat does not appreciate the camera. She knows that tails are for those times in life when you’re feeling a little too shy to face the world head on.

33) Don’t Let Them Touch Me

This dog is wary of strangers at the park, as he should be. Stick close to mommy and nothing can hurt you, it’s a proven fact no matter who you are.

34) Looking For The Keys

This dog isn’t shy, he’s just looking for his keys, okay? He’ll find them as soon as you quit shoving that camera in his face. Don’t worry, he brightens up after playtime.

35) Do You Wanna Play?

This cute little retriever wants someone to play with. If you say no to cuddles and fetch, then can you even call yourself a human? He’s too adorable to say no to!

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