Animals. They’re deserving of all the love in the world. But sadly, some animals don’t get that love they deserve. That’s when strangers have stepped in and tried to make a certain animal live the happiest possible life. These photos will truly warm your heart and maybe even give you some hope. Enjoy these pictures of animals being rescued.

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A puppy saved from a fire becomes a firefighter. He has a little badge, too.

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People are running as fast as they can from war-torn Aleppo. This brave man has stayed and cared for abandoned cats. So awesome of him to know that every life counts.

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This sick tiger who only weighed 1/4 of a normal weight got rescued from a circus. He has made an outstanding recovery. His face in the bath is so peaceful looking.

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The injured tortoise received the world’s first 3D printed shell. What a lucky guy to get to try that out.

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This South Korean lady is truly wonderful. She is raising over 200 dogs that she has rescued from being sold to restaurants. Wish there was more people like her.

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The man in the picture only has vision in one eye. He bought a dog that has the same problem that no one else wanted. A one eyed man and a one eyed dog. Perfect.

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This bird built her nest on a cop car so they attached an umbrella to the car to keep her safe from elements. They even tapped off the parking spot so no one gets in her personal space. These cops deserve a bunch of donuts.

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One dog groomer gives free haircuts to shelter dogs so their chance of finding a home increases. He seems shocked that he has turned into a whole different person. Hope this little guy finds his forever home!

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The ladies who rescued this kangaroo get a hug from her everyday. She lets them know how thankful she is through her snuggles. So sweet.

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This man was beaten for trying to save dogs from the Yulin Meat Festival. Despite that, he rescued 1000 dogs. He is a true hero.

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One cop stopped to save a scared sloth that was stuck in the middle of a highway. Glad someone went to help him. His foot looks hurt.

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This man rescued the swan so she repays him with a big hug. Her hug is wrapping her neck around him. This is a level of adorable that is almost impossible.

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This Pitbull was tied up outside of a store and abandoned. After being rescued, she isn’t recognizable. The only thing that’s still the same is the adorable floppy ear.

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The puppy in this picture was going to be left to die after falling into hot tar. Some kind strangers heard the dogs cry, and after 3 hours of rubbing the tar was removed. He was later rescued by an animal aid center.

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This soldier would not leave behind this sick kitten in Afghanistan. She waited a few months for the cat to be able to fly to the states. She even paid $2,000 in shipping costs. Now they are best buddies.

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One guy rescued a baby moose. She loves him so much for it that she comes back to play everyday.

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This boy without shoes gave the dog his shirt to wear since it was cold outside. Whoever is raising him is training him right.

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Cop rescues kitten that he found left in the rain. Now they’re both fighting crime one day at a time. The real question though… Who is the good cop and who is the bad cop?

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A stray dog found 6 men at a bachelor party and led them to her 7 newborns. Each guy adopted one. The dog chose the right people to bring over.

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A stray dog wouldn’t stop waiting for a flight attendant outside of her hotel. She just kept waiting and waiting. That resulted in the flight attendant adopting her. Dogs are so good at sensing out who would make a great owner.

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Two dog brothers were kept separately in a shelter for 118 days. Right before the holidays, they were able to find a home together.

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A couple adopted the saddest cat in the world that nobody wanted. One hour after the adoption, the kittens facial expression changed drastically.

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One great animal shelter hosts a reading program. They get children to come read to the animals as a way of preparing them for forever homes. The pitbull looking along is so cute.

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Anonymous person stuck $8,000 into a shelters donation box. What is extra amazing about the story is that whoever donated did it because they care about animals. Not because they want to get praised for donating.

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One dad and son found and rescued 30 dogs that were left behind during a flood in Texas. The joy on every face is something to remember.

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A kind older man rescued two foxes. Now, they won’t leave his side. Everyone needs somebody in their life as loyal as this.