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We’re obsessed!
Calling all animal lovers: Reader’s Digest is searching for the most touching, adorable, or hilarious friendships involving a pet. So far, we have received lots of cute animal photos that will totally melt your heart. 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). We put together some of the cutest pet pal entries we’ve received to share with you!
![young child cuddles with a large dog in the dog bed](https://www.rd.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Cute-Animal-Pics-Proving-Trust-is-the-Answer-emily.jpg?fit=700%2C467)
A girl and her pup: Best friends for life
“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.”
![dog and bunny nuzzle in the grass](https://www.rd.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/ShortStack-265222103_Courtesy-Andrea-Stetson-scaled-e1614712900747.jpg?fit=696%2C463)
Jeannie and Chad
Cuteness overload! This bunny and dog are best pals who are always there for each other—even when things get ruff.
![a dog and a pig pose for a picture](https://www.rd.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/ShortStack-265561615_Courtesy-Nicki-Parker-scaled.jpeg?fit=696%2C514)
Lucy and Amos
These best buds love to cuddle and wrestle. There’s never a dull moment during play time!
![a chicken and a bunny play together in the snow](https://www.rd.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/ShortStack-264669816_Courtesy-Alyssa-Sanelli-scaled-e1614704967553.jpeg?fit=696%2C696)
Midnight and Leo
Leo loves hanging out with the chickens his family has, but Midnight holds a special place in his heart. Their favorite activity? Swapping secrets in the snow.
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![horse with a goat on his back in the backyard](https://www.rd.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/ShortStack-266305625_Courtesy-Jane-Bolen-scaled.jpg?fit=696%2C464)
Champ and Billy
Check out this dynamic duo! Champ the horse and Billy the goat are devoted BFFs. Where one goes, the other will follow!
![miniature donkey standing with his head resting on the back of the poodle](https://www.rd.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/ShortStack-264624245-8_Courtesy-Heather-McPhie-scaled.jpeg?fit=696%2C695)
Jasie and Ruby
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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![dog and turtle hang out together in the grass](https://www.rd.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/ShortStack-264500720_Courtesy-Marlene-Kock.jpg?fit=696%2C696)
Moose and Talaga
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!
![dog and cat touching noses](https://www.rd.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/ShortStack-264379236_Courtesy-Angela-English-scaled.jpg?fit=696%2C696)
Joker and Allie
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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![dog in a sweater meets a goat in a sweater](https://www.rd.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/ShortStack-264253334_Courtesy-Kathie-Beeson.jpeg?fit=696%2C709)
Buddy and Mimi
This dog and goat duo have a passion for fashion! Here they are modeling their latest winter looks. We think they’re runway ready.
![cat giving a hug to a dog](https://www.rd.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/ShortStack-264234511_Courtesy-Pam-Stewart-scaled.jpg?fit=696%2C467)
Whiskers and Oreo
We all need a friend who gives hugs like Oreo.
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![a cat and a lizard touch noses on the rug](https://www.rd.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/ShortStack-264215124_Courtesy-Christine-Sauer-scaled.jpeg?fit=696%2C928)
Zanzibar and Rascal
These two became fast friends. They even sunbathe together! What a purr-fect pair.
![a deer and a dog stand together](https://www.rd.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/ShortStack-264198265_Courtesy-Julie-Schiller.jpg?fit=696%2C392)
Stella and Penelope
A deer and a dog—the ultimate dynamic duo. What a beautiful friendship!
![a cow and a cat inspect the snow on the ground](https://www.rd.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/ShortStack-264216494_Courtesy-Jeannie-Konecne.jpg?fit=696%2C933)
Jack Jack and Stuffy
Cuteness overload! These sweet best friends share a lot, including some memorable firsts. Here they are seeing snow for the first time together.
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![a duck and a cat sit on a deck waiting by a door](https://www.rd.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/ShortStack-264188511_Courtesy-Carol-Kiser.jpeg?fit=696%2C928)
Quackers and Gizmo
![a small pig and a small goat cuddle in the hay in their pen](https://www.rd.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/ShortStack-264180510_Courtesy-Vee-Potter-e1615222898445.jpeg?fit=696%2C464)
Wilbur and Hazel
This picture should be listed in the dictionary under “adorable.” These best friends grew up together and love to cuddle.
![dog with chickens in the grass](https://www.rd.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/ShortStack-264167190-2_Courtesy-Kelli-Proehl-scaled.jpg?fit=696%2C392)
Josie and her chicks
We all need a friend who looks out for us—and that’s exactly what Josie does for her chicks. She’s a regular at the hen house and loves to watch over her little friends as they run around. She’s a natural guardian!
![one parrot hanging onto another parrot who is hanging onto the bars of their open cage](https://www.rd.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/ShortStack-265543779_Courtesy-Catherine-Balkin-e1614712443425.jpg?fit=696%2C696)
Woof and Meow
These pals love hanging out—literally. They have been best friends since day one and love spending their days playing, chirping, and being downright adorable.
![lizard and cat touch noses on a desk near a window](https://www.rd.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/ShortStack-265250925-2_Courtesy-Stephanie-Talley-scaled.jpg?fit=696%2C928)
Puck and Phoenix
These two best friends love to soak up the sun together. Talk about a heartwarming friendship!
![a bunny and dog share a staring contest](https://www.rd.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/ShortStack-264380864_Courtesy-Mary-Hardiman-scaled.jpeg?fit=696%2C522)
Lilli and Henry
The first word that comes to mind? Awww! Henry loves having Lilli around—the proof is in that loving gaze and those sweet puppy-dog eyes.
![a small lamb curls up with a large, fluffy dog in the grass](https://www.rd.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/ShortStack-264053790_Courtesy-Marion-Buehler-scaled.jpeg?fit=696%2C522)
Finn and Lamie
Friends protect each other, and that’s exactly what Finn did for Lamie. Finn took to Lamie after he was rejected by his mother—proof that true animal friendship knows no boundaries.
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