Social and emotional bonds often help a child’s development to accelerate. For dogs and their little humans, it’s often love at first sight. These friendships will continue to grow for years to come! Here are 20 dogs who love their little friends and protect them as their own! These adorable scenes are sure to bring a smile on your face!

 

Photographer: Amy Salessi Photography

 

Photographer: Alexei Maximenko

 

Photographers: Marisa Matluck Photography (left) / Caroline Tran (right)

 

Photographer: Emily Lucarz photography

 

Photographer: Gretchen Davis Photography

 

Photographer: Jake Olson Studios

 

Photographer: Brittany Woodall

 

Photographer: Cathy Murai Photography

 

Photographer: Morgan Henderson Photography

 

Photographer: Anna Sophie H.

 

Photographers: Capracotta Photo (left) / Coralily Photography (right)

 

Photographer: David Bouchat

 

Photographer: Erin Vey

 

Photographer: Emily Lucarz Photography

 

Photographer: Kadry Szczescia

 

Photographer: Erin Vey

 

Photographer: Julita Siemaite

 

Photographer: Ochoa Photography