We’ve put together some of our favorite inspirational animal quotes for any occasion. 

To remind you that we don’t deserve pets…

“An animal’s eyes have the power to speak a great language.” - Martin Buber

“Pets are humanizing. They remind us we have an obligation and responsibility to preserve and nurture and care for all life.” - James Cromwell

“Animals are such agreeable friends—they ask no questions; they pass no criticisms.” - George Eliot

"Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened." - Anatole France

To remind you how great dogs are… 

“Everything I know, I learned from dogs.” - Nora Roberts

“Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole.” - Roger Caras

“A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself.” - Josh Billings

“If I could be half the person my dog is, I’d be twice the human I am.” - Charles Yu

“The average dog is a nicer person than the average person.” - Andy Rooney

To remind you how great cats are… 

“I have studied many philosophers and many cats. The wisdom of cats is infinitely superior.” -  Hippolyte Taine

“Cats are connoisseurs of comfort.” - James Herriot

“I love cats because I enjoy my home; and little by little, they become its visible soul.” - Jean Cocteau

And to remind you how sassy they are… 

“In ancient times cats were worshipped as gods; they have not forgotten this.” - Terry Pratchett

“Cats have it all — admiration, an endless sleep, and company only when they want it.” - Rod McKuen

Lastly, for when you’re feeling sad… 

“When an eighty-five-pound mammal licks your tears away, then tries to sit on your lap, it’s hard to feel sad.” - Kristan Higgins

“Petting, scratching, and cuddling a dog could be as soothing to the mind and heart as deep meditation and almost as good for the soul as prayer.” - Dean Koontz