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Heartwarming before and after images of adopted dogs

They were beaten, starved, abused and on the brink of death when loving new families took them in – now these rescue dogs are virtually unrecognisable.
"Before and after photos of two thin dogs now healthy and happy, and a scruffy dog transformed into fluffy and playful."

They were beaten, starved, abused and on the brink of death when loving new families took them in – now these rescue dogs are virtually unrecognisable.

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Dog lovers from around the world have taken to Redditto share “before and after” images of their beloved dogs.

The pictures show the incredible transformation neglected dogs can undergo once they are given a bit of love and affection and they are guaranteed to warm your heart.

Two fluffy dogs, one indoors and one outdoors, both with light brown fur and a happy demeanor.

Bingo

Bingo was neglected so badly he had to have a leg amputated, but that doesn’t stop him from living life to the full in his new home.

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Toby

Toby is unrecognisable today.

Two tan and white dogs side-by-side: thin on left, healthy and playful on right, standing on grass.

Vincent and Angelo

Vincent and Angelo were found together and adopted by two loving Toronto families. They now live separately but meet up for regular playdates.

Two dogs indoors, one brown and black, one cream. In another image, a black dog runs joyfully in a grassy field.

Bella

Bella spends a lot of time in dog parks now, having the most wonderful time imaginable.

Young German Shepherd mix sitting indoors; one on a gray floor, the other on a wooden floor with a toy.

Bruno

Bruno is still just a pup but is on his way to a happier life with his new family.

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A dog looks sad at a shelter on the left, but happy on a bed on the right after adoption.

Spokey

Spokey was found in rural West Virginia and is now thriving in her new loving home.

Brown dog as a puppy on a wet floor, and grown-up resting on grass under a bush.

Jasper

Jasper was very nervous when he was adopted but is now happy and confident.

"Before and after image of a black and white dog, sad on the left, happy with a blanket on the right."

Ziggy

Two images of a black, white, and tan puppy with floppy ears on a gray blanket.

Ann

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Shih Tzu dog before and after grooming; left image shows shaggy coat, right image shows trimmed fur next to a salad.

Mr Lady

Mr Lady was found on the streets of Los Angeles just days after his owner moved in. They are now very happy together.

Two images of a small, fluffy white dog. One wearing a red ladybug outfit, the other in a black costume.

Polly

At 12 years old and completely deaf, Polly was a tough one to re-home but she is now living with a happy new family.

Elderly dog with a gray muzzle and upright ears, indoors on left and outside near a fence on right.

Herschel

Herschel was rejected by a shelter because he was thought “too old” to be adopted out. He wasn’t! He is now living happily with his new family.

Left: Shaggy dog in a cage. Right: Same dog cleaner, wrapped in a blue towel, looking at the camera.

Lucy

Lucy was hit by a car but her new owners footed the bill for her treatment and she is now very happy and healthy.

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A small black puppy on a red blanket with a chew toy and food bowl; outside it stands with a rope toy.

Annabella

Annabella was an underweight and nervy puppy who has blossomed into a happy, chubby little dog.

Left: Scruffy dog behind a chain-link fence. Right: Same dog on grass, tongue out, looking happy.

Mr Whisker Party

Mr Whisker Party was saved from a shelter and is now flourishing in his new home.

Two photos of a light brown pit bull: one lying down indoors, the other sitting outdoors, both with a calm demeanor.

Bumble

Bumble was battling serious health problems but is now fit as a fiddle and happy to boot.

"Two images of a gray dog: in a shelter kennel and sleeping on a couch with a person."

Eleanor Pigsby

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Two images of a small brown dog; one held by a person, the other standing on a couch. Text reads "READY TO GO."

Lucy

Lucy was malnourished and had a host of other health problems but is now happy and healthy with her new family.

Brown dog sitting on a bench outside and a close-up of the same dog indoors with tongue out.

Walker

Walker was found in New York City. He now lives with an adoring family who take him to the country often.

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