Everyone who gets a fluffy best friend from when they were a baby knows they’re going to grow up, but it can be tricky to predict how much and just how fast. In the blink of an eye, they outgrow our arms and a tiny cuddle becomes a full hug. People try to cherish every moment as best as possible and sometimes they even take the time to show the world the then’s and now’s of their animal pals.

Bright Side brings you proof that time does fly when you’re having fun with a few nostalgic pet photos.

1. These photos were taken 7 months apart.

3. “Don’t get me wrong, I love it, but it’s just not the same anymore.”

4. ’’My friend’s cat turned one. Slight change.’’

5. “Thor, then and now”

6. “Not much has changed in 2 years.”

7. “My cat and me 14 years ago and us today”

8. “My father and my corgi: before and after 1 year”

10. ’’Good boy has grown well this year.’’

11. ’’12 weeks apart’’

12. “Still his favorite spot after 7 years.”

Do you have photos that show how your beloved pets have grown up? Share them in the comments below.

Please note: This article was updated in April 2022 to correct source material and factual inaccuracies.