No kitten, these selfies are great!

"This photo touched my heart so deeply, I nearly cried. This kind of deep unconditional love and incredible bond is what I have always had with my own pets..... which makes losing them so incredibly devastating." ~Skye

Nonhuman animals make friends, just as humans do - they choose companions based upon personality and compatibility. These two friends enjoy a quiet moment of connection, love, and warmth.

A great deal of research confirms that living with companion animals - not just dogs, but also cats, birds, even reptiles and fish - offers a wealth of physical and emotional rewards, especially for those in difficult circumstances.

16 Pics Proving That Cats And Dogs Can Be BFF's - World's largest collection of cat memes and other animals

I was impressed with the actions of a homeless man with his companion.