20 cute animal friendships to fill your heart with happiness

Calling all animal lovers: We have some cute animal photos that will totally melt your heart – and probably surprise you. While animals form bonds with humans, they can also form meaningful bonds with all sorts of other animals. The result: adorable animal friendships that make us smile (and occasionally produce some seriously funny animal photos).

Here are 20 of the sweetest pet pairs we’ve ever seen.

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“Boxers love children,” says dog owner Emily Marnell Stewart. “Our brindle boxer, Mason, is no exception. He is the most affectionate and gentle pup to my one-year-old daughter. He licks up her spilled milk, acts as a step stool when she wants to get up on the couch, and gives endless cuddles and kisses.”

Cuteness overload! This bunny and dog are best pals who are always there for each other – even when things get ruff.

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These best buds love to cuddle and wrestle. There’s never a dull moment during play time!

Leo loves hanging out with the chickens his family has, but Midnight holds a special place in his heart. Their favourite activity? Swapping secrets in the snow.

Check out this dynamic duo! Champ the horse and Billy the goat are devoted BFFs. Where one goes, the other will follow!

This standard poodle and miniature donkey have such a pure friendship. Their owner says you can catch them chasing each other, playing tug-of-war, or kicking around a yoga ball.

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A dog and a tortoise are hanging out in the grass… No, it’s not the beginning of a joke – it’s what these two BFFs love to do in their spare time!

Who says dogs and cats can’t be friends? You can find these two buddies snuggling, playing, and being absolutely adorable.

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This dog and goat duo have a passion for fashion! Here they are modelling their latest winter looks. We think they’re runway ready.