Here are a series of scenes from pet shops – and general Hartlepool and East Durham animal cuteness - to warm your hearts. So whether it’s a perfect pooch that melts your heart or a cute cat, we have photos of them all.
Take a look at our 15 photos and see how many memories they bring back.
And why not get in touch to share your own memories of Hartlepool’s past that you would like to see in the spotlight.
1. Ahh the memories from 2009
A photo from Angelica's Pets and Aquatics in 2009. Does this bring back memories? Photo: LH
2. The Raby Road pet shop in 2005
Remember this lovely scene from 15 years ago? Photo: DP
3. Mutt and Co in 2017
The Mutt and Co pet boutique shop in Hartlepool. Owner Amy Norris is pictured with Pug Captain in 2017. Photo: Stu Norton
4. Now that's a rabbit!
Back to 2007 for this view of a giant rabbit at the Pet Shack in York Road. Photo: FLR