There's nothing like a cute puppy to turn a rainy day around. Don't have access to your own playful pooch? Simply perusing snaps of some photogenic four-legged friends can make you feel better. Not only that, but a 2012 study published in PLOS One proved that looking at images of cute animals can actually make you more productive. When you look at it that way, you can't afford not to! So if you're in the mood for a burst of serotonin—or just flat out need it to make it through the rest of your workday—let us make that happen with these 50 precious puppy pictures. And for more highly necessary animal content, check out 28 Cow Photos That Are Too Adorable for Words.
1 | This Frenchie sweet pea
ShutterstockThis is truly the face of unconditional love.
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2 | This little Chihuahua who's all dressed up for the rain
ShutterstockHe's fancy and he knows it.
3 | This little Husky who knows how to high-five
Shutterstock/ANURAK PONGPATIMETPuppies love learning new tricks!
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4 | This English Cocker Spaniel who just wants some attention
ShutterstockHe can fit his whole head into his food bowl! The cuteness is practically unbearable.
5 | This happy Husky with his proud papa
ShutterstockHe's teaching him to be big and strong.
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6 | This Goldie protecting his little sister
ShutterstockWho says cats and dogs can't be friends? Puppies will play with anyone.
7 | This little beagle learning how to howl
ShutterstockThis one's got a feisty spirit, and we love it.
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8 | The floppy-eared Corgi
Natalia Fedosova / ShutterstockThis is just one of the many reasons Corgis make the best pets.
9 | This happy German shepherd playing fetch
ShutterstockShe's got her eye on the prize!
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10 | This charming little fella on his first trip to the vet
ShutterstockHe's learning the proper pup-cedure in case of an emergency.
11 | This little angel
ShutterstockThis is definitely what heaven looks like.
12 | This Goldie who just wants to love you
ShutterstockHe'd like some kibble but will also accept just a head scratch.
13 | This little Einstein
ShutterstockHe'd make an excellent pawfessor.
14 | This little Frenchie that loves to sploot
ShutterstockWatching a puppy learn how to walk is one of the great joys of life.
15 | This little one just enjoying the sunshine
ShutterstockPuppies know that it's all about the little things, which is what makes them so inspiring.
16 | This smushy floofer
ShutterstockSleepy animals are the best kinds of animals.
17 | This dachshund learning how to fly
ShutterstockDumbo, is that you?
18 | This gentle Aussie sitting in a tree
ShutterstockHe is one with nature and nature is one with him.
19 | This baby girl and her Labrador bestie
ShutterstockIt really doesn't get any better than tiny dogs and their tiny human companions.
20 | This little Samoyed who just doesn't want to walk anymore
ShutterstockHe just wants to be held.
21 | This terrier mix who just wants to snuggle
ShutterstockShe's living proof that mixed breed dogs are absolutely gorgeous.
22 | This Chocolate Lab with a bow around her neck
ShutterstockAs if we needed a reminder that her existence is a gift to humankind.
23 | This very small boy
ShutterstockGuaranteed to steal your girl.
24 | This proud British Bulldog
ShutterstockHe may be small in size, but in his imagination, he's large and in charge.
25 | This starry-eyed Siberian Husky
ShutterstockHe's seeing rainbows wherever he goes.
26 | This snoozing Jack Russell Terrier
ShutterstockShe actually looks like a cartoon.
27 | This Corgi strutting his stuff
ShutterstockHe's doing his little turn on the catwalk.
28 | This innocent cutie pie
ShutterstockThose eyes can never tell a lie.
29 | This coy Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
ShutterstockShe wants something and, realistically, she's probably going to get it.
30 | This Goldie at golden hour
ShutterstockWhere can we get tickets for this inspirational movie?
31 | This Goldie who just wants to play
ShutterstockThere's nothing more adorable than when they bring you your toys.
32 | This naughty boy
ShutterstockIt's OK, we all have our vices, and you can't stay mad at a face like that for long.
33 | This shelter pup looking up hopefully
ShutterstockCould you give him a forever home?
34 | This beach boy
ShutterstockHe loves fun in the sun with his fluffy bum.
35 | This silly girl
ShutterstockShe is patiently waiting for belly rubs.
36 | This beautiful baby King Charles Cavalier
ShutterstockThis puppy is prettier than most people we know.
37 | This panicked pup
ShutterstockA canine representation of us when we jump to conclusions.
38 | This adventure buddy
ShutterstockHe is ready to go for a ride or a run anytime.
39 | This majestic pup mid-stride
ShutterstockHe loves fall as much as the rest of us.
40 | This zen pup
ShutterstockShe is unwinding after a ruff day.
41 | This Welsh Corgi who loves a pile of crunchy leaves.
Happy monkey/ShutterstockJumping into one is one of the best parts of fall, and he knows it.
42 | This pit bull puppy showing you her biiiiig stretch
dogboxstudio/ShutterstockIt's the only way to start the day!
43 | This Maltese puppy giving you his saddest eyes
dogboxstudio/ShutterstockJust give him that taco you're eating. We promise, you'll feel better.
44 | This Pomeranian who needs her beauty rest
Benevolente82/ShutterstockShe's hit the snooze three times, and she's not sorry.
45 | This pup on a mission for sticks
Natalia Fedosova/ShutterstockThis gal coming through with the find of the century—the ultimate chew toy.
46 | These German shepherds holding paws
Sidorov_Ruslan/ShutterstockLife is hard—sometimes you need a paw to hold.
47 | This puppy who really did eat your homework
Sundays Photography/ShutterstockIf your teacher doesn't believe you, show them this picture.
48 | This wrinkled boy
djile / ShutterstockHis eyes are in there somewhere.
49 | This pug puppy who's in her favorite spot
Annette Shaff/ShutterstockShe's training to be a lap dog.
50 | This goofy girl who just wants to see you smile
Master1305/ShutterstockHow'd she do?
Additional reporting by Allie Hogan.