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The animal shelter is not a place that we typically associate with joyful moments and silly mischief, but even the dogs and cats who are waiting for their permanent homes can have some fun. After all, when their bellies are full and sleep is tight, why not give the animal rescue caretakers a little extra work and well-meaning tricks to deal with.

It’s no surprise that the usual suspects to your local animal shelter's good times are cats, but dogs and even random sheep and goats weigh in with their share. From felines seeking the adopter's attention with elaborate bios and dogs befriending goats on their runaway trips to various funny animals stuck in the most unimaginable places ever, the fluffy companions seem to keep their good spirits while waiting for their humans. And thankfully, there's always someone to snap these funny photos with perfect timing.

So if you’re ready for some cute animals, scroll down to check our compilation of pets making the most of their time while at the animal shelter. Don’t forget to comment and vote for the most unexpected animal pictures!

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    Kathryn Baylis
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    5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm afraid I'd be forced into leaving with a full purse. Takin' home an extra fiver...

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    This Dog Up For Adoption At The Animal Shelter

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    These Two Strays Wew Found Wandering The Streets Together In California

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    Amery
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    5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Awhhhh....another example of 'best friends' coming in all colors, creeds, breeds..... (<< you get the gist...) SWEET~!!!!

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    This Dog At The Shelter Pressed Himself Up Against The Fence So I Could Reach Through And Pet Him

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    This Man Volunteers Every Day At My Local Shelter For Special Needs Kitties, And Each One Of Them Gets In Their Turn For A Cuddly Cat Nap

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    He's Lost Without His Bucket And Will Have To Take It To His New Forever Home

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    Amery
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    5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    AWWWWWHH... he's so precious~!! I'd take him home in a heartbeat, as long as he doesn't drag it into my bed to snuggle me with, LoL~!!!

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    An Elderly Woman Brought A Stray "Cat" Into Our Shelter Today

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    This Is The Chillest Cat At The Shelter Where I Work

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    Professor Jiggly: "This Isn't As Much Freedom As I Expected"

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    I Visited A Cat Shelter On A Houseboat In Amsterdam And Met A Very Friendly Face

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    Walked Into The Dog Shelter This Morning And This Little Lady Was About To Make Her Escape

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    This Is What My Fiance Does At Work On Her Free Time

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    Does Anyone Know This Cat? He Is 31,4 Pounds. He Clearly Had Someone Feeding Him But Was Brought In As A Stray Cat

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    Jasper Has Gained Some Weight Recently

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    Amery
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    5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Apparently, Jasper likes to live life a little bit 'tipsy' ... LoL~!

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    My Friend Takes Pictures At The Humane Society Of Cats Up For Adoption. This Was One Cat's "Adopt Me" Photo

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    My Favorite Photo From Our Trip To The Animal Shelter

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    Woof! Gilbert Here Again. I Was Adopted Yesterday. Here I Am Getting A Belly Rub From My New Family

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    We Decided To Give Our Newest Foster Sydney A Super Extra Maternity Photoshoot

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    Amery
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    5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Kudos, Sydney~!! (<<Heck, I have 4 kids, and didn't get that great of a maternity shoot~!!)

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    Volunteered At The Humane Society This Morning And Met This Trouble Maker

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    My Mom Volunteers At The Local Humane Society And Someone Brought In Their Pet Chicken To Be Photographed With Santa

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    So Went To The Local Animal Shelter. One Dog Kept Making The Same Face In Every Picture Taken

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    Elaine Dodge
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    5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've got good teeth, look! I won't cost you a cent in dental care, and my breath is really sweet too. Take a whiff! Take me home, take me home.

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    Shelter Dog. He Just Lays There, Staring At Me

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    Getting Ready To Leave For The Afternoon When I'm Greeted By This Smiling Face Before I Walk Out The Door

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    He Was Left Alone For 10 Minutes. He Straight Up Climbed Onto The Wall Of His Kennel. That Wall Is Roughly 6 Feet Tall

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    Amery
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    5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    " We gotta get outta this place....if it's the last thing we EVER do~!!! " (Girl, there's a better life, for me and you.......)

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    He Has A Very Specific Drinking Ritual

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    Luis Milian
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    5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    my adopted cat Ziggy will only drink from the sink. She will not drink water any other way.

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    Trying To Get Photos Of Adoptable Dogs For The Humane Society

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    Was Playing Around With A Webcam That Lets You Play With Animals At Various Animal Shelters And Was Reminded That Cats Can Get Everywhere

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