We put a call out on the Hartlepool Mail Facebook page to those who have adopted a pet during lockdown or welcomed a new four-legged friend into their family since the pandemic began. The pictures we received certainly brought big smiles to our faces, so we’re hoping to share some of that positivity today with you today through our round-up. Here are 12 sweet photographs of your pets, and how they’ve changed your lives in lockdown.
5. Rona
Joanne Brigham said: Rona joined our family in November. She has brought so much love and laughter when we needed it Photo: Joanne Brigham
6. Toffee
Christine Carnall said: Toffee the Lionhead bunny was my lockdown birthday present in June last year. She's such a character, loves to give you cuddles and licks and has brightened mine and my two little ones' lives. Photo: Christine Carnall
7. Pip
Char Emma-Rhiannon Prosser said: Was given my Dad's companion as he has now passed away from coronavirus. But I’m so blessed because our P ip is such a lovely dog ans I get to keep a little piece left of my father. Photo: Char Emma-Rhiannon Prosser
8. Luna
Sacha Wilkins said: Our new baby Luna. Photo: Sacha Wilkins