20 photos of dogs and cats that grew to be bigger than their owners expected
As they grow older, some dogs and cats can really get big.
When you get a pet, you know in advance that you’re dealing with a breed that usually gets to be a certain size. But that doesn't mean we won’t be surprised.
Here are 20 photos of animals that grew a lot.
1. His Belgian Malinois turned into quite a giant dog.
2. The little girl grew up, but she doesn't seem to notice…
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3. In just 6 months, he’s already adult size.
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4. He was abandoned with his siblings in a box. He’s still growing!
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5. This cat quadrupled in size in just 7 months.
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6. The slipper was just the right size for him to curl up comfortably. He’s grown a little since then.
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7. The cat gang is growing.
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8. A year later and this beautiful dog hasn’t finished growing yet.
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9. Not even a year old, and he’s already a giant!
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10. The difference in size is clear.
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11. He has completely transformed into a beautiful cat.
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12. A tiny puppy that turned into a big dog in two years…
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13. Old habits die hard!
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14. This kitten grew up and become very majestic.
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15. Saint Bernards are known for their large size.
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16. The dog grew a lot, but his toy has stayed the same size.
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17. This kitten was barely 4 hours old. Here he is a year later:
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18. These two dogs aren’t the same size, but they still sleep like when they were puppies.
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19. This girl has gotten pretty big, but she’s a completely adorable ball of fur.
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20. Pets that grow up together never separate.
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