Pets have been the only winners of the lockdowns over the last ten months.
With their owners forced to work from home they have had unlimited time with their best friends.
Click through this article to see the most adorable photos of pets sent in by our readers.
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1. Molly
Dog Molly spent the lockdown relaxing. Shared by Shenna Maith. Photo: Shenna Maith
3. Holly
Holly the Jack Russel decided she had enough of long walks. Shared by Chris Doe. Photo: Chris Doe
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