50 Adorable Pets Being Happy To Finally Be Home After Getting Adopted (November Edition)

While it is sad that there is a need for adoption in the first place, luckily it is in and of itself a solution to the problem—a solution that quite a bit of folks seem to embrace.And when folks adopt, it’s likely they take to the internet to celebrate their newest member (or members) of the family, sharing a picture of them being curious, mischievous, or downright adorable. Some of these find their way into our pet adoption of the month listicles, so here are the best ones for the month of November.This post may includeaffiliate links.

While it is sad that there is a need for adoption in the first place, luckily it is in and of itself a solution to the problem—a solution that quite a bit of folks seem to embrace.

And when folks adopt, it’s likely they take to the internet to celebrate their newest member (or members) of the family, sharing a picture of them being curious, mischievous, or downright adorable. Some of these find their way into our pet adoption of the month listicles, so here are the best ones for the month of November.

This post may includeaffiliate links.

I Rescued 3 Kittens From My Construction Job Site

Decided To Adopt The Hissing, Swatting, Growling One At The Shelter. Took Her Less Than A Day To Turn Into The Sweetest Cuddle Bug

Today, I Adopted A Street Cat And Her One-Day-Old Kittens

It’s important toconsider animal adoption statsfor a minute because it emphasizes how crucial it is for them to find forever homes.Around 6.3 million companion animals are admitted to animal shelters around the US each year. That’sroughly equivalentto the populations of Maryland (6.17M) and Indiana (6.79M).Of them, dogs and cats go almost half-and-half with 3.1 and 3.2 million respectively. Luckily, this is a drop since 2011 when 7.2 million pets ended up in shelters.

It’s important toconsider animal adoption statsfor a minute because it emphasizes how crucial it is for them to find forever homes.

Around 6.3 million companion animals are admitted to animal shelters around the US each year. That’sroughly equivalentto the populations of Maryland (6.17M) and Indiana (6.79M).

Of them, dogs and cats go almost half-and-half with 3.1 and 3.2 million respectively. Luckily, this is a drop since 2011 when 7.2 million pets ended up in shelters.

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Adopted A Sweet Bait Dog

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Of these 6.3 million, only 4.1 are actually adopted, and about 810,000 of pets who enter shelters as strays are eventually reunited with their human companions.Unfortunately, the reality is some animalsend up euthanized. And reasons can vary from shelter overcrowding to the animals being incurably sick, aggressive, injured or suffering from something.So, adoption is definitelytheoption.

Of these 6.3 million, only 4.1 are actually adopted, and about 810,000 of pets who enter shelters as strays are eventually reunited with their human companions.

Unfortunately, the reality is some animalsend up euthanized. And reasons can vary from shelter overcrowding to the animals being incurably sick, aggressive, injured or suffering from something.

So, adoption is definitelytheoption.

Rescued This Little Girl From A Trash Compactor. Her Name Is Sylvie!

I Just Adopted Her And Named Her Duchess. Dutch For Short

We Adopted This Little Orange Cutie

Bored Pandahas reached out to Julie Posluns, an applied animal behaviorist (ACAAB) and the founder ofThe Cat School, to learn more about adoption and adopted pet behavior.“A recently adopted cat may initially hide due to fear of their new surroundings; overcoming this fear could take days or weeks,” explains Julie.“As a cat becomes more familiar with its new surroundings and guardians, you should expect more exploration and social and playful behaviors.”

Bored Pandahas reached out to Julie Posluns, an applied animal behaviorist (ACAAB) and the founder ofThe Cat School, to learn more about adoption and adopted pet behavior.

“A recently adopted cat may initially hide due to fear of their new surroundings; overcoming this fear could take days or weeks,” explains Julie.

“As a cat becomes more familiar with its new surroundings and guardians, you should expect more exploration and social and playful behaviors.”

Just Adopted Two Tiny Voids

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Daughter Was Worried About The Adopted Void Being Accepted

Julie continues: “Once a bond develops and your cat starts trusting you, they may start following you, seeking your attention and lying closer to you, or on you if you are lucky! The first few weeks and months are full of surprises as you learn more about your cat’s personality.”And to increase your chances of becoming a cat cushion,it helpsto have some soul-searching done before actually adopting—considering the energy levels, personality, size when fully grown and their fit in the family.

And to increase your chances of becoming a cat cushion,it helpsto have some soul-searching done before actually adopting—considering the energy levels, personality, size when fully grown and their fit in the family.

Recently Adopted A Kitten, Was Worried He Wouldn’t Get Along With My Dog

Accidental Hug While Brushing A Newly Adopted 15yo Pittie

We Adopted A Second Cat Today. He And Our First Cat Are Working Things Out

If possible, spend time with the adoptee in the shelter and see how they react to you. And once you’ve set your (puppy) eyes on one, move on to prepping.“While time and patience are helpful when a cat is rehomed, there are methods to speed up the integration process,” explains Julie. “Setting up the environment so your cat has many places to feel safe—both hiding spots and elevated areas to monitor their environment can bring a sense of control.”

If possible, spend time with the adoptee in the shelter and see how they react to you. And once you’ve set your (puppy) eyes on one, move on to prepping.

“While time and patience are helpful when a cat is rehomed, there are methods to speed up the integration process,” explains Julie. “Setting up the environment so your cat has many places to feel safe—both hiding spots and elevated areas to monitor their environment can bring a sense of control.”

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Rescued Violet 1 Week Ago

“Encouraging play, using food as enrichment in puzzles and for clicker training are excellent ‘ice-breakers’ to start your relationship on the right paw.”As for dogs, they too require a place of their own at home. So, set up a place with a bed and blanket for them to rest and introduce them to their food bowl and use food enrichment to help them familiarize with the environment.

“Encouraging play, using food as enrichment in puzzles and for clicker training are excellent ‘ice-breakers’ to start your relationship on the right paw.”

As for dogs, they too require a place of their own at home. So, set up a place with a bed and blanket for them to rest and introduce them to their food bowl and use food enrichment to help them familiarize with the environment.

Just Adopted This 11 Year Old Love Bug

This Is Weasley And Capucine Adopted Thru Our Shelter. The Big Boy Was Lonely (And Really Playful) So His Human Adopted A Little Sister For Him. Things Seems To Be Going Great

We Just Adopted A Rescue. Meet Popcorn!

It goes without saying that finding a local veterinarian and looking into pet insurance are highly recommended.In the long run, and even more so with dogs, you can start introducing them to other pets around the neighborhood or even in other family circles.Pet training also comes in handy in many different situations. Training essentially helps you communicate better with the pet and for the pet to understand you better.

It goes without saying that finding a local veterinarian and looking into pet insurance are highly recommended.

In the long run, and even more so with dogs, you can start introducing them to other pets around the neighborhood or even in other family circles.

Pet training also comes in handy in many different situations. Training essentially helps you communicate better with the pet and for the pet to understand you better.

Rescued This Little Fella From Being Thrown Away. She’s Now A Part Of The Family

Meet Naomi! She Adopted Me A Week Ago And I Wanted To Show Her Off!

Adopted My First Dog, Her Name Is Bug

Adoption has an impact on pets’ behavior and personality and it’s virtually always positive.“There are many heartwarming stories of homeless cats who go from avoiding any human contact to becoming sweet and affectionate companions,” elaborates Julie.

Adoption has an impact on pets’ behavior and personality and it’s virtually always positive.

“There are many heartwarming stories of homeless cats who go from avoiding any human contact to becoming sweet and affectionate companions,” elaborates Julie.

I Am In Love With My 6 Weeks Old Cat

Susie Q Found Her Furever Home Yesterday!!!

Brother And Sister We Adopted Together Who Cuddle Constantly

Julie continues: “Similarly, moving from a crowded shelter environment into a quiet home can have a profoundly positive effect on a cat’s personality.”“Fortunately, even cats surrendered multiple times can adapt to new environments and become trusting companions.”

Julie continues: “Similarly, moving from a crowded shelter environment into a quiet home can have a profoundly positive effect on a cat’s personality.”

“Fortunately, even cats surrendered multiple times can adapt to new environments and become trusting companions.”

Newly Adopted Dog, Name Suggestions Please!!

Adjusting To Indoor Life After Being Adopted From The Parking Lot

What Name Should He Have?

Be sure to check out more fromthe Cat School website, where you can find resources for cat training tips as well as get yourself specialized products likeclicker training toolsandcat leash walking kits. And be sure to follow the school on theirYouTubeandInstagram.But if you want more adopted cuteness, these listicles come out on a monthly basis, so check outthe one from last month.

But if you want more adopted cuteness, these listicles come out on a monthly basis, so check outthe one from last month.

Just Rescued This Lil Dude