love

Not only do they seem affectionate and cuddly with one another, they genuinely seem to simply enjoy each others company. 

If otters aren't relationship goals then we just don't know what is anymore. 

This. This right here is love. 

The #Love2019 competition, organized by AGORA images, asked photographers from all over the world to share what love means to them and their photos prove that love truly is a universal language. The organizers received over 15,000 submissions and we have selected a handful of beautiful animal photos. Check them out in the gallery below. 

It's an exciting time for Skipper and Ping, two male Emperor penguins who live at the Berlin zoo. They have been longing for an egg of their own and now, they finally have one. This is by no means the only gay penguin - or animal - couple in the world, but that doesn't make their story any less special. Here it is. 

Cats can be a**holes, and most of the time, they are (aside from those rare moments when your cat shows you affection and it feels like clouds in the sky are parting to reveal the sun shining behind them). But despite the standoffish, b*tchy behavior and simply mean things cats can do, we always gave them benefit of the doubt. 'They can't understand us', we reason. 'If they did understand, they wouldn't act this way.' Well, I'm really sorry to burst your bubble and possibly ruin your relationship with your cat, but I've got some news for you: cat's DO understand you and cats are MEAN. At least that's what the latest science says. 

Even though this illustration is 6 years old, the message is so beautiful, powerful, and forever relatable that we wanted to share it with all of you. Just a warning though, it will hit you directly in the feels. 

The incredible artist, Booter-Freak, lost her beloved Siamese named Coco on December 2nd, 2013. Coco was 17 years and 9 months old. She lived a life full of love and this illustration, "I Love You" only confirms that. 

Harrow was found by Alley Cat Rescue, and his preceding years could only be described as less than amazing. After getting him cared for at the Rescue, Harrow was then introduced to the kittens... and his eyes lit up! He immediately took to them, and they to him. They are now giving him the love he very much needs. And our hearts are so full. 

Animal love is just so pure! Their magic can turn any of the 'ruff'-est days into a better one. 

And we are so much happier when they're around, it's a two-way love street! 

Don't 'fur'-get to give your pet some attention and love today -- they deserve it! 

As most of you are aware, cats are magical. There's no real way to explain the joy they bring, or how meaningful it is when they show you their love and affection. 

It's. Just. Pure. Magic. 

If you need more proof of their magic abilities, just check out these 29 stories below. 

Apparently, it's all the rage for cats to find their special someone using online dating services. It makes sense if you think about it. The internet's spirit animal is a house cat after all.

Cat's are known to express their love and affection to us humans in many ways. Some are cuddlers, and some will rub against your leg (happy to see you) then immediately yell at you if you try to pet them. Some love to sleep on your lap, and some like to attack your feet from under the couch.

Cat's are complicated and it may take years for them to open up and trust their humans. Reddit user, u/skeletoorr shared the sweetest message about her cat, Audrey. The post first went viral 3 months ago but has been circulating the web again and the message is too wholesome not to spread and share.