Lakeisha Ethans

One person’s determination can completely change a life. Harper the golden retriever was living in fear on an illegal dog meat farm in South Korea. She’d been born there with many other pups, all whom were in need of rescuing. When the Humane Society International found and shut down the farm, a picture of Harper went online. As soon as Reddit user daisyintheair saw the photograph, she knew she simply had to have Harper, and she was willing to do anything to adopt her and take her home. It wasn’t easy to track her down, and daisyintheair had no idea which shelter in the U.S. she’d been sent to. But finally, success! She located the pup and took her home. Harper was easily frightened and nervous at first, but with some tender loving care, she grew to become the playful, friendly pup she’s always been inside. She was showered with attention and love everywhere she went, even when she didn’t necessarily want it! The kindness shown towards her helped her to relax and learn to be happy. She’s even been managing her fear of water with a cute yellow raincoat! Since adopting her, daisyintheair has shared tons of pictures of Harper’s improvement with the world. You can see she’s a fun-loving pup with a fantastic smile! With perseverance, Harper’s life was changed for the better and she found a forever loving home. You, too, can help a pup by adopting from a shelter today! Don’t forget to like and share away! Feature Image Source: Imgur / thepursuitofharperness

When Mitch Boyer’s sister’s dog had a litter of adorable dachshund pups, he immediately fell in love with one of them. He took her home, adopted her, and named her Vivian. It wasn’t difficult for him to see that Vivian’s personality was far too big for her little body, so he came up with an adorable idea. Boyer began taking photographs with Vivian and photoshopping them so that Vivian became her “true size” – that is, the giant, towering mass of her personality! Often, Vivian is so tall she can overshadow buildings and take up an entire street! Here are some of her adventures! 1. Time outs don’t work for pups who can look over fences! 2. Well it’s okay, I didn’t need a place to sit anyway. 3. Now the whole street can see how awesome I am! 4. New York was not prepared for my cuteness. 5. It’s easy to cross a street when you’re bigger than the cars! 6. If I sit down, I’m tall enough for daddy to take an easy selfie with me! This dynamic duo has since traveled all over the US, through four states and five cities, and have lived in 10 different houses! Right now, they’ve settled in Brooklyn, where Vivian continues to show off her size. She certainly thinks she’s as big as the city itself! Vivian’s spunky personality has inspired Boyer to begin progress on a children’s book, “Vivian the Dog Moves to Brooklyn.” I don’t know about you, but I can’t wait till Vivan’s book hits the shelves! If you can’t either, then give this a like and share! Feature Image Source: vivianthedog.com

If you’re a graphic designer and a pup lover, why not combine these two interests to make something adorable and awesome? That’s what Max and his girlfriend have been doing since they adopted an adorable pug pup named Monsieur Georges two months ago. The result are creative and hilarious photographs that can put a smile on any dog-lovers face! Check them out! 1. This little puppy started out as a tiny baby, like everyone else. 2. But he soon discovered that he could be anything he wanted to be – even a unicorn! 3. Shh, let sleeping dragons lie. 4. Quick, Mom, drive me to my dance recital! 5. The reason a team didn’t make it into Euro 2016 – they didn’t have this pup on their side! 6. Not accepted by Euro? No problem, tennis it is! 7. Gordon Pugsy the top chef. 8. It’s Captain Jack Pug. 9. Who knew there was a Thespian pug? 10. Or a wizard pug? Expecto pugtronum! 11. Wait, Totoro was a pup all along? No wonder he’s so adorable! 12. Or maybe he’s a bounty hunter, Chewpugca, travelling space with Pup Solo! 13. Anime characters have big eyes and lots of style – this pug fits right in as Naruto! 14. Don’t worry about this pup – his roar is worse than his bite! 15. After all, Sir Georges is a proper gentlepug. 16. Check out this pug’s cool set of wheels! He’s off to save the day in them. If you ask him why… 17. …he’ll say, “BECAUSE I’M BATPUG!” 18. It’s a bird! It’s a plane! No, it’s Superpug! 19. Monsieur Georges used charm! It’s super effective! 20. Okay, it’s been a long day. Time to put on a bathrobe and lounge around. Give this a like and share if it put a smile on your face! Feature Image Source: Instagram

Losing a pet is a difficult experience. As the mom or dad to a pet, you spend endless time, effort, and love on them to give them the best life they can live. Eventually, it has to come to an end, but the sadness can never outweigh the beautiful, heartfelt memories you share. Sure, they may drive you up the wall and make you roll your eyes, but they fill your days with happiness, love, and laughter. What more could anyone ask for? These pictures compiled below are the first and last photographs taken of pets by their moms and dads. Despite all their melancholy, they show us how special having a pet can be, and how much joy they can bring into one’s life. 1. Genevieve grew up with her best friend, and he was with her till the very end. 2. This man recreated his childhood photo with his pup once for nostalgia, and the second time to say goodbye 15 years later. 3. Mikie and his best buddy were destined to be inseparable from the first day they met to the last day they could be together. 4. A lot can change in 16 years, but the love has only gotten stronger. 5. He learned to read with his pup Docker, and 14 years later, they could still read together. 6. A joyful meeting, and a solemn farewell. 7. In 16 years, this adorable little puppy grew into a strong, handsome dog. 8. The excited first night, and the sorrowful final night. 9. From chewing on toys the same size as him, to resting on the couch like an old retired gramps! 10. It’s amazing how much one pup can grow. 11. Indie the kitty was blind, deaf, and had seizures, but lived a happy life thanks to her family! 12. Cats grow from being so tiny you can hold them in one hand, to being big enough to take on a tree! Do like and share these amazing and bittersweet photographs with your friends too. Feature Image Source: amikawaiiuguu