These 23 "before and after" photos are the best you'll find today

Growing up with a best friend is a part of life that some people take for granted. Having a close companion is a gift ... whether human or not. Animals age faster and we can see our friends in their adult years. Sometimes it is surprising how fast they grow. Take your time to appreciate these adorable "before and after" photos. Good times go by so quickly!

Car rides are still adorable (7 months later).

This cat is still good at posing (17 years later).

Great growth in just five months.

This little guy survived the war (5 months later).

This sweet little puppy grew into a majestic dog (10 lovely years later).

Six months later.

It still fits inside (6 months later).

The same sleeping habit.

You are never too old for teddy bears.

14 years later.

She probably no longer lives in a shoebox (17 years later).

The "pillow friends" are the best friends (3 months later).

Four years later they are still taking the same ride.

It no longer fits (3 months later).

Three years later they are still adorable.

This kitty was never amused by his antics (12 years later).

But mom, why am I not going to sleep here? (1 year later).

Hold me because I am afraid (10 years later).

What are you cooking? Hey? (1 year later).

The sink: always a good bed (6 months later).

You are never too old to sleep with the owner (16 years later).

Arre human!

Observing our dear animal friends, aging does not have to be sad because you can be there with them, accompanying them with full energy in their last step through life. Share this photo gallery with others and honor our best friends the animals.

Our reader Lucas García sends us a photo with his dog: 11 years apart!