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25+ Pets becoming more like their owners as time goes by

If you’ve ever had a pet—or a handful—you might’ve found yourself wondering, “Is my pet secretly a human in disguise?” I’ll admit, I’ve jokingly asked my dog to speak English if she really could.

While science clearly separates humans from animals, our pets often behave in such relatable, almost human-like ways that it’s tough to chalk it all up to mere coincidence.

Just Chillin’ By The Pool, You Feel Me?

German Shepherd sits at edge of pool with owners
Photo Credit: Reddit / woof_woof_mf

Take a look at this good boy doing his best to fit in with the cool poolside crowd—happy to chill and watch rather than dive in. But if you watch closely, you can tell he’s really eager to jump into the fun!

I Salute To The Troops

cat stands in line with military officers
Photo Credit: Reddit / Skinwater686

Private Mittens is just stepping into formation for inspection, and his posture is absolutely flawless. It’s incredible to see such a dedicated young officer—only a few weeks old—taking his role so seriously!

How Do I Join This Biker Gang?

motorcyclist has a back seat for his dog who also wears a helmet
Photo Credit: Reddit / Foofalo

Have I ever ridden a motorcycle? Nope. Ever wanted one before? Not at all. But honestly, I’d give anything to roll with this biker gang—especially if I could bring my fluffy buddy along for the ride.

A Girl Who Doesn’t Need An Owner To Navigate Public Transit

dog on bus seat has a puss pass attached to collar
Photo Credit: Reddit / SeattlecityMisfit

Meet Eclipse. Each day, she heads out solo, hops on the bus, and makes her way downtown to the dog park to hang with her pals. And don’t worry—she’s got her own bus pass clipped right to her collar, so she’s definitely not freeloading!

These Best Friends Were Born Only 3 Days Apart

Kitten and baby lie side by side cuddling
Photo Credit: Reddit / andybee02

Who says twins need to come from the same womb—or even be the same species? This adorable duo is destined to grow up side by side, and hopefully, they’ll be matching all the way.

This Cat Is Everyone’s Grandfather Reincarnated

Cat sits on small wooden chair by the fireplace
Photo Credit: Reddit / phmigotto

Why does this cat remind me so much of my grandfather on a typical fall or winter evening, enjoying cheese and crackers with a glass of scotch, just before sharing stories about the “olden days”?

Don’t Be Fooled—Dogs Are Selfie Queens Too

man and dog pose for selfies together
Photo Credit: Reddit / hawktremor

You probably assumed those warmhearted, gentle furballs wouldn’t strike a pose or work the camera for selfies. Think again. This charming little guy is gearing up to dominate Instagram as the next big influencer. Detox bones dropping soon.

The Dog Is Also Taken Aback By Switzerland’s Beauty

man and dog stare out across the water together
Photo Credit: Reddit / navarreless

They say traveling with someone is a great way to see if a friendship or relationship will stand the test of time. Judging by these two, I’d say they’re going to be just fine.

Matching Beards For Playoff Season!

dog and owner have matching beards
Photo Credit: Reddit / TheGospelOfMark

If it’s human-sized, sports a beard like a person, sits like one too, and even goes by a human name (Ben), then sorry to disappoint the owner—but this definitely isn’t a dog.

The Baby And Cat Are Co-Conspiring

toddler and cat look at the the window together
Photo Credit: Reddit / dgbbad

The way their poses remain unchanged, even when they turn to look back as if they know they’ve been caught, is both spot-on and slightly eerie. Be careful, Mom and Dad—they’re definitely up to something.

Dress Up As Your Best Friend This Halloween

baby dressed in costume to look like family dog
Photo Credit: Reddit / calvinhobs6

Who wore it best? This dog looks ready to claim she had the outfit first and that he needs to change, which is honestly a pretty valid point. Find your own style, human!

“Oh My God, Look At My Toy!”

dog in one car pulled out his favorite toy to show a dog in another car
Photo Credit: Reddit / GallowBoob

Some people love showing off what they’ve got, so why should dogs be any different? This cute pup just had to show off for the dog in the car next to them.

Partners In Mouthbreathing

owner and cat sleeping with mouths open
Photo Credit: Reddit / SlothOnHoth

A Reddit user shared a photo of his fiancée and her cat curled up together on the armchair, pointing out that they both sleep in the same adorable position: heads tilted back and mouths open.

Why The Long Face, Pal?

cat on counter poses weirdly while looking at camera
Photo Credit: Reddit / trendfoll

The Reddit user who shared this story mentioned that whenever she returns home feeling upset or stressed, her cat does something quirky—like striking a funny pose or making a silly face—to lift her spirits, much like her human friends do.

The Fiercest Pair Of Hunters

girl and golden retriever stare out of a window together
Photo Credit: Reddit / Labbielove

I don’t know what’s more adorable: the fact that this golden lab and his small human are both intently staring at a squirrel through the window or that they have the same hair color.

When Does This Band Go On Tour?

dog howls with piano while toddler plays with toy guitar
Photo Credit: Reddit / Thund3rbolt

When is this band announcing their first North American tour? With the raw talent of this singer-pianist and his budding guitar player, I can’t think of a more incredible concert.

Um, Where Is My “Yes?”

guy proposes to woman while dog mimics his pose
Photo Credit: Reddit / yokouh

This dog realized that the guy who’s been around the house for years is now trying to win over his girl, so he decided to make his own proposal to keep her.

Whole Squad Got Matching Outfits

two cats and owner dressed in matching blue rain jackets
Photo Credit: Reddit / ARWisHere

I never thought that I’d see a crew of pals with matching jackets that I would adore more than the Pink Ladies from Grease, but I have been proven wrong.

Is That An Undercover Navy Seal Operative?

seal at counter mimics man cutting a fish
Photo Credit: Reddit / TayRamseyy

It’s day 43 of being undercover on the mission but they haven’t detected my presence as an outsider among them yet. I’m getting really good at blending in and have snacked on many fish. Will report again tomorrow.

Why Does This Dog Look Cooler Than Me?

Dog has headphones and a towel over head while she lies on bed listening to music
Photo Credit: Reddit / Camillabok

This headphone-wearing fur baby looks like she would ask me which artists I listened to the most on Spotify last year and then roll her eyes at my taste in music before recommending some indie music.

Tomatoes Are Both Of Their Favorite Snacks

little girl and turtle eating tomatoes together
Photo Credit: Reddit / Malley99

The Reddit user who posted this explained that this turtle comes to her porch every day to visit her grand-daughter, follow her around for a while, and eat some snacks with her (especially tomatoes).

If You Can’t Beat ‘Em, Join ‘Em

boy and cat sitting together at river edge
Photo Credit: Reddit / Queen_trash_mouth

This little boy fell in love with the family cat from birth, and she lovingly tolerated his abundant and unending affection from the very start. Now they do everything together.

“We Would Like To Speak To Your Manager!”

Two kittens look angry at owner while hissing
Photo Credit: Reddit / MissGrafin

Look out, Karen: these two kittens are coming for your title. When their waitress (owner) was five minutes late with the food on this morning, they weren’t afraid to express that they were disappointed with the service. Zero-star rating.

Everyone Just Wants Cuddles

baby human cuddling baby goat
Photo Credit: Reddit / K8terSan

This baby goat saw this baby human and immediately decided that he had found the perfect cuddle partner. Honestly, this is all anyone could want in life—human or other species.

I Guess We Sit Like This Now…

little girl and bulldog sit in the same way on the floor
Photo Credit: Reddit / utvillans

From the moment he met her, Hoagie decided that he was going to protect his little human, Charlotte. Now, he even sits just like her while vigilantly staying on guard.

Even Animals Love To Keep Traditions Alive

photo of dad holding baby while cat and dog sleep on him replicated ten years later
Photo Credit: Reddit / likeallstuff

Time might pass and babies might turn into much bigger children, but this cat and dog are determined that nothing about their favorite evening cuddling position with their humans will change.

Time For A Little Self-Care

two dogs and owner lying on couch eating grapes
Photo Credit: Reddit / The_winner_man

Sometimes you just need to put on your bathrobe, lean back on the couch, and eat some fruit while cleansing your soul after a stressful week, and pets shouldn’t be excluded. Carrying all those sticks is hard!

“I Just Want To Match With My Friend!”

young boy and dog dressed in matching dragon costumes
Photo Credit: Reddit / Meems138

One of the highlights of Halloween is slipping into a fun costume—and nothing beats matching outfits with your favorite person (or furry friend) in the entire world.