Animals have a lot in common with us when it comes to emotions: they have their own ways of showing them and it’s pretty hilarious to watch. This is especially clear when pets try something new for the first time, showing the same excitement and confusion that any person would.

We at Bright Side love animals and putting a smile on your face, so we’re sharing these hilarious photos of animals trying new things with you!

1. “Wife sent this after picking up our dog from surgery today.”

2. These 2 cats just saw a bird.

4. This cat finally gets to learn about the magic of Christmas.

5. Who doesn’t love a good snow day?

7. “He finally learned how to get the treat.”

8. “The whole concept of a ‘watermelon’ scares and confuses him.”

9. “My dog was surprised to see me so late at night.”

10. “This was a 2-for-1…he’d never been outside before and never saw a bird…until now.”

16. “He never saw his reflection before.”

17. Finally getting to the beach is such an iconic moment in a dog’s life.

19. “My dog meeting a baby for the first time”

Bonus: “Super Dog, Wylie’s first time at the dog park”

Do you know any other animals who’ve had a silly reaction to trying something new? Share your stories with us in the comments!