18 Magical Photos of Animals Finding Forever Homes

EchoHarbor Updated: 2025-06-24

Current data shows that 68% of U.S. households have pets, and about half of those animals are rescues from shelters or the streets. In 2014, 4 million dogs and cats were adopted, and the total has risen each year, meaning more animals are reaching safe, loving homes.
We are thrilled to share photos and stories of pets who finally found forever families. This collection will make you smile, and at the end you will meet a truly unusual adopted pet.

1. Sinbad: From matted neglect to a fresh start

Rescuers at the Chicago Anti-Cruelty Society needed over four hours across two sessions to shave Sinbad the Persian. After losing more than five pounds of fur he even had to relearn how to walk. Elliot Serrano meant only to foster him—but fell in love and adopted him.