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Let’s face it: the world we live in is stressful and it’s only getting worse. No matter your stressors—politics, work, school, kids, bills, you name it—there is one thing that makes us all feel better.

Cute animal pictures. Duh.

Something about seeing a happy little buddy never fails to make us smile which is probably why pet-stagram is one of the most popular uses of Instagram there is! For years pet parents have been making their friends look at cute shots of their animals, but Instagram has taken it to a whole new level. Social media has made it easier than ever to connect with cuties that never fail to make you smile.

Here are the best of the best pet-stagrams to bring a furry friend to your feed!

1. Lil Bub (@iamlilbub)

Lil Bub has everything you would ever want from an insta-animal. She was the runt of a feral litter and was taken in by an amazing family who wanted to raise a very special kitty! If you’re into insta-pet, chances are you know Bub already—she’s got over 1 million followers—but if you’re new to the game, she’s a good place to start!

2. Mr. Bagel (@chinnybuddy)

https://www.instagram.com/p/BfPs7D1lW0-/?taken-by=chinnybuddy

Are rodents more your speed? Then Mr. Bagel the Chinchilla might be the account for you. This little chinchilla friend is a cutie with a cause. He hates for fashion and he wants you to think before you adopt a chinny of your own!

3. Exempel (@exempelthebunny)

Look at this little ball of floof. Look. At. Him.

Exempel is a five-year-old mini lop bunny from Sweden with a strong following of almost 200k users. His owner mixes in professional quality shots with candids capturing the best that this little rabbit has to offer.