Similar to us humans, animals also share a special bond with their families. The parents always love and take care of their children, while the babies feel safe and secure. Not many things are more heartwarming than seeing a momma dog be proud of her pups, or a cat holding her kitten as if they’re cuddling.

Bright Side would like to share 20 pictures with you that will undoubtedly show everyone the beauty of parenthood within the animal kingdom!

1. She is so proud of herself, and for good reason!

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2. When you had a bad dream and decided to run to mom’s bed:

© Motivational_03 / reddit

3. How giraffe moms express their love

© Solent News & Photo Agency/East News

4. There’s nothing like that father-son bond.

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5. “I’m a good boy, mom, gimme a smooch!”

© Fyrelight / imgur

6. Mamma squirrel taking care of her baby

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7. Taking her baby for a stroll

© ArkadiusBear / reddit

8. You can tell the little pup feels safe.

© morethebito / reddit

9. Nothing beats a good mother and daughter nap.

© jesuschin / reddit

10. Mom is always ready to be a pillow.

© danut74 / reddit

11. They should be proud of the many beautiful babies they made!

© onemoreweeknd / reddit

12. This mom is happy her whole family fits in her bed.

© sfreeman8875 / reddit

13. When you’re watching a scary movie with mom:

© sunearthh / reddit

14. A hard-fought family portrait

© loumarmb / reddit

15. Mom cuddling momma kitten who’s cuddling her baby

© Ahm3d143 / reddit

16. Nice weather for a family walk

© icedcoffee4eva / reddit

17. Forehead kiss for her newborn

© GoldPlatedMilk / reddit

18. Baby hippo got a little tired.

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19. “I like to show my dog this picture of her and her real mom from time to time.”

© overprotectivedogmom / reddit

20. Elephants hug in the most adorable way ever.

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Have you ever taken a pic of your pet with their baby? Please share them with us so we can all show off our cute families!