The genre of before-and-after never gets old. Pictures of dogs are an immediate mood-booster. But pictures of dogs who got rescued and are now doing 100 times better are even more heartwarming. Around 3.1 million dogs get adopted every year. On the other hand, around 390,000 don't get rehomed and are euthanized. But the puppers in these pics are not part of that statistic. They are the lucky ones.
These dogs' stories are a testament to what a little bit of luck, a kind human heart, and a true connection between a pet and an owner can do. To know more about the delights and challenges of adopting a rescue pet, Bored Panda reached out to Certified Dog Trainer Kristi Benson, CTC PCBC-A. She helps struggling dog owners with her online classes, including 'The Calm, Cool, and Collected Dog.' We asked Kristi to weigh in on the adopt vs.