comfort

If you ever encounter someone who is considering getting a pet but is unsure, give them a link to this article and watch them be immediately convinced to get one after they read it. Because today, our amazing users have shared with us stories of ways in which their pets comfort them, and we found ourselves grateful to our own pets all over again. 

It's like they can tell when we need them, coming to us and showing us affection in the best way that they can. And if your pet has ever tried to comfort you, you know that no matter how sad you were, having them showing you love like that did manage to make you at least a little happier. 

Get ready for some major cuteness coming your way! 

Samantha Smart, from Florida, discovered a tiny kitten meowing around her neighborhood for a few days. She knew she had to help the little guy. 

In an interview with The Dodo, Samantha Smart tells the story of how little Ponyo came to be part of her family, "It wasn't just a meow, it was a sad little cry. He had the whole neighborhood working together to find and trap him. We have one cat already so we weren't really looking to add another, but it felt like Ponyo was meant for us!" 

Soon after the Smart family adopted little Ponyo, Smart's daughter got Ponyo a special stuffed dragon, to make him feel safe. 

Now, Ponyo won't sleep without it! He even carries it from room to room. So when Ponyo had to go to the vet, to get neutered, the Smart family knew they had to bring Ponyo's stuffed dragon along. 

What a wonderfully magical black cat! Meet Lucifer, or Lucik, a disabled cat that helps sick pets fight their ailments and get better! 

In an animal clinic called Klyk, located in Perm, Russia, Lucik is their furry nursing assistant who takes part in everything that's happening with both doctors and patients. 

You've probably heard that the rules concerning emotional support animals on airplanes are changing, after a few incidents including a hamster flushed down the toilet, a VIP turkey and a few dog bites. Now, all animals except for dogs, cats and miniature horses are banned from flying. Yep, you heard me right: miniature horses. If you're more interested in taking your doggo on board, check out this travel guide for your fur babies. But if you have equine inclinations, read on. 

What a beautiful little family! When the mother gave birth to a litter of kittens, the dad was right there to help groom and comfort her! If there was ever a picture to make you squeal and go, "awwwww!" this is it.