As we all know, finals have managed to (once again) sneak up on us – I know, gross.
This is a very stressful time for all college students and it is important to always remember to take a deep breath, relax and not worry. I know that it is definitely easier said than done so in order to help some of you distract yourselves even for just a couple of minutes, I have decided to work on this article that focuses on… PETS! Many people have kindly reached out to me and submitted photos of their cute and cuddly pets and I hope that they bring you as much joy as they have brought to their owners!
Enjoy and of course… GOOD LUCK ON YOUR FINALS!!!
Sparrow is 10 year old Maltese Poodle who loves to dress up for Halloween and spend most of his time napping! Photo Credit: Ingrid Banuelos
Butchee, a 12 year old beagle with the heart and soul of a young pup! Photo Credit: Shelby Beal
Deborah, a 2 year old cat who is basically a very angry teen. Photo Credit: Shelby Beal
This is Kumey! Ugh, precious!!! Photo Credit: Ariel Flores
This is Smokey! She is about 10 years old and her owner, Emily Murphy (whose toe is pictured above) rescued her when she was in the fifth grade! Photo Credit: Emily Murphy
Reagan wearing a hat, can Reagan be any cuter?! Photo Credit: Jordan Youngdahl
This is Zo, she’s 1.5 and her owner, Dani Lilley says she’s the best cat ever! Photo Credit: Dani Lilley
Lucy is a 2 year old pup! Her owner, Ashley-Renee Robinson, worked at the animal shelter where Lucy was. Ashley says Lucy definitely chose her, and has provided Lucy with a loving home! Photo Credit: Ashley-Renee Robinson
This is Izzy, who is 8 but still acts like a puppy. She is full of life and joy. Photo Credit: Isabella Rodriguez
Duncan is a feisty, chubby, 15 pound and 11 year old Tabby/Maincoon mixed cat. His owner has had him since he was six weeks old! Photo Credit: Angelie Anton
Sweet Copper is an 8 year old Golden Retriever/Bloodhound mix! Photo Credit: Emily Brazinski
This is Kenda, he sits on the back of couches like a cat, wakes you up by jumping on the most inconvenient parts of your body and sits in your lap because he thinks he’s a Chihuahua. Photo Credit: Alexis Fallon Lee
This is Madeline Sunshine (or Maddie for short) and her owner, Jessica! Maddie is about to be 13! Happy birthday Maddie! Photo Credit: Jessica Van Cleave
Pictured above is Penny, a beautiful beagle and her owner Allison! Photo Credit: Allison Snipes
Looks like there’s some owner competition! Beautiful Penny was featured again by her other owner, Ethan! Looks like you’re very loved Penny! Photo Credit: Ethan Snipes
Pictured above is Winnie, a pitbull puppy (precious) and her owner Hannah! Hannah says that Winnie is the love of her life! Photo Credit: Hannah Julia Rimmer
Meka is a Toy Australian Shepherd who loves to play catch and hang out with her puppy boyfriend! Photo Credit: Blake McCloskey
This is Callie, also known as Cal Pal! She likes to snuggle and she will turn 1 in a couple of months! Happy early birthday Cal Pal! Photo Credit: Elize Miramontes
Toffee is a 15 year old mini Dachshund! Isn’t she just adorable?! Photo Credit: Lexie DeMoya
Trigger is an energetic lil pup that loves to play with others! You can always find him by his trusty owner, Joey Sanchez’s side. Photo Credit: Yvette Sanchez
This is Abby! One word: CUUUTE!!!! Photo Credit: Trent Chantemerle
Look at this lovely pup Lily! Photo Credit: Catherine Lowe
Rosie (left) is a German Shepherd mix and Rudy (right) is a smooth Collie Terrier! They’re ready for Christmas (and so are we!!!) Photo Credit: Ann Marie Langrehr
Tia is a 3 year old pup who used to be a junk-yard dog before finding a loving home with Victor! Photo Credit: Victor Hernandez
Meet Sheldon!!! Photo Credit: Amy Jimenez
Goldie’s a beautiful Buff hen who enjoyed roaming around the yard and picking on one of her owners, Bryant. Photo Credit: Dena McCloskey
Meet George. He is half American Short Hair and Russian Siberian! Photo Credit: Cassie Bilkovsky
Meet Kitty San, a 9 year old American Shorthair Tuxedo! Her owner says that with saving Kitty from being killed at a pound, Kitty has saved her from insanity and some dark times. She loves her kitty and owes her her life! We’re so happy you two have each other, Emily! Photo Credit: Emily Star
Lucy is nice and snuggled up! Don’t you just want to snuggle up beside her?! Photo Credit: Skye Caterina
This lovely baby is Paris, unfortunately she passed a couple of years ago but her owner says that she is still her baby. We miss you Paris! Photo Credit: Diana Vega
Meet RJ (short for Riley Jr.) He is the son of Samantha’s beloved Riley and her other baby Mittens! Photo Credit: Samantha Burg
Toothless is cuddled up beside his owner Chelsey! Photo Credit: Chelsey Bolin
Bear sure seems to be loving on Chelsey! Can’t go wrong with puppy kisses! Photo Credit: Chelsey Bolin
Paisley is a sweet pup that loves to have her belly rubbed! Photo Credit: Chelsey Bolin
Zoey looks so good in that hat! Photo Credit: Dasani Johansen
Meet Nox! Just look at that sweet face! Photo Credit: Michelle Thompson
Sugar looks absolutely adorable while sleeping, wish that I could be doing the same! Photo Credit: Sierra Reynolds
Frankie sure is rockin’ that sweater! Photo Credit: Sierra Reynolds
Shaka is just simply BEAUTIFUL! Photo Credit: Sierra Reynolds
Dakota, stunning! Photo Credit: Minerva Hernandez
Dessy has the cutest puppy face! Try saying no to that one. Photo Credit: Minerva Hernandez
This is Spike! Ugh wish I could keep him myself! Photo Credit: Vanessa Rodriguez
Look at Charlie! He’s our love too, Cheyenne! Photo Credit: Cheyenne Sherbert
Meet Axl! His body might be tiny but his bark sure is mighty! Photo Credit: Gwen Mauney
What are you doing in there, Lila?! Photo Credit: Gwen Mauney
Sweet sweet Nibbler! Photo Credit: Veronica Sanchez
Looks like Harley has a gift for mom! Photo Credit: Jessica Reid
Effy is just too cute! Photo Credit: Morgan Wooles
Meet Murray! LOVE!!!! Photo Credit: Taylor Richardson
Mabelle is pictured with her owner, Brianna! Aren’t they just so cute?! Photo Credit: Brianna Nicole Rae
Toonces is too cute for words! Photo Credit: Dominique Gadsden
Thank you to everyone who sent in photos, your pets are celebrities now! Hope these cute lil pets brightened your day! Time to go ace your finals! Good luck…from the women of Her Campus at Winthrop and these awesome pets!