Pets have been the only winners of the lockdowns over the last ten months.
With their owners forced to work from home they have had unlimited time with their best friends.
Click through this article to see the most adorable photos of pets sent in by our readers.
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13. Cleo
Dalmatian Cleo had enjoyed spending more time with owner Caleb Coope Mckenzie. Photo: Caleb Coope Mckenzie
14. Alfie
Alfie the Jack Russell working from home. Shared by owner Ruth Thornton. Photo: Ruth Thornton
16. Holly and Bella
These adorable Jack Russell dogs are pets of Donna Caudwell. Photo: Donna Caudwell