Funny Cute and Beautiful Animals

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Let's be real: it's pretty hard for animals to not look totally adorable at any moment of the day. No matter what kind of animal it is or what it's doing, it probably looks like something you want to snuggle with. But there's something about an animal covered in snow that is just extra cute. The powdery snow covering their fur and landing on their little noses looks both magical and sweet, making them seem like the picture-perfect subject of a winter postcard or photograph.

There's also the fact that some animals look totally out of their element in the snow. You expect to see something like a bear or a deer in a snowy landscape, but a duck? Not so much. Or think about a cute tiny puppy trotting along through a snow-covered sidewalk, disappearing every once in a while in an especially large snow bank. It's almost too much!

We could all use a little something to smile about, so why not look through some of the cutest photos of animals in snow? They'll make you feel happy, get you in the winter spirit, and maybe even make you wish for a snowstorm.

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This Spanish Dog Playing

When a freak heavy snowstorm covered Madrid, Spain, in a blanket of snow, the pets were more than happy to get outside. That's evidenced by this photo of a very excited dog playing in a snowy street.

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This Snowy Owl Yawning

Sure, you would expect to see a snowy owl out in the snow (where else would they be?), but that doesn't make them any less adorable. This snowy owl in Quebec, Canada, was caught mid-yawn.

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This Curious Grizzly Bear

While bears do hibernate throughout the winter, that doesn't mean they don't set foot outside at all. This grizzly bear was spotted after he potentially dunked his head under a pile of snow... or at least that's what it looks like.

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These Snowy Cow Pals

These highland cows might look super cold, but they're actually meant to be outside in the snow. Cows have a hairy coat that gets thicker and longer in the winter in order to protect them and keep them nice and cozy.

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This Serious Fox

Foxes don't hibernate in the winter, so it's not uncommon to see them sneaking their way through a snowy field. They also develop a thicker winter coat to stay warm, and they spend most of the winter hunting and foraging.

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These Playful Pups

Most dogs definitely don't mind a little bit of snowfall—in fact, they might actually love it! These two dogs look like they're having the time of their lives running through the snow with their chew toy.

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This Hungry Red Squirrel

Red squirrels never hibernate and are active all year long. They spend most of the winter hunting for whatever food they can find— it looks like this one may have lucked out and found a berry.

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This Friendly Polar Bear

Polar bears obviously look right at home in the snow (which is good, considering they need it in their environment). They actually clean themselves by rolling around in the snow, which is just about the cutest thing we've ever heard.

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This Unexpectedly Chilly Tiger

When you think of tigers, you probably don't think of them being in the snow—they seem to be more of a jungle cat. But the Amur tiger, for example, can live in every harsh climates with cold weather and snow.

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This Beautiful Blue Jay

Some birds fly south for the winter, some birds hang around in any climate. Blue jays are often seen in the snow, and their bright feathers look even more striking against a white background.

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This Sly Lynx

A lynx looks like a giant cat with pointy ears and is no stranger to the snow. These solitary cats can be found in the remote northern forests of North America, Europe, and Asia. Their thick fur keeps them warm even when it's freezing outside, and their furry paws have a spreading toe motion that makes it easy for them to walk through even the most slippery of forest floors.

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This Snow-Covered Dog

Just when you thought dogs couldn't be any cuter, this photo shows up of a dog practically sinking in a large snow bank. This is definitely one worth printing out for a daily smile.

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This Unhappy Cat

Okay, yes, this cat is probably not too thrilled to be covered in wet and cold snow, but still—you can't deny that he looks adorable. Plus, he has a nice, thick coat that is definitely keeping him at least a little warm.

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This Curious Japanese Snow Monkey

Don't worry about Japanese snow monkeys: They have incredibly thick fur that is meant to keep them warm in even the most frigid of temperatures. Fun fact: They love to hang out in the hot springs (don't we all?)

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This Pack of Arctic Wolves

Arctic wolves are, obviously, born to withstand super cold temperatures. They're one of only a few mammals who can deal with the low temps they live in, and they can even be found near the North Pole.

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These Two Puppy Siblings

Bernese mountain dogs get pretty large, but look at them as little puppies! They're adorable, pint-sized little fluff balls, and they're probably right at home in the snow.

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This Stunning Red Stag

What could be more majestic looking than this large red stag standing against a backdrop of snowy, icy trees? Not much!

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This Fluffy Baby Harp Seal

A baby harp seal on its own is too cute for words. A baby harp seal in the snow just makes it that much cuter. The interesting thing about these seals is that their fur is actually meant to absorb sunlight to keep them warm even when it's dark out.

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This Unlikely Duo

A cat playing with a dog? A cat peacefully sitting on a dog?? A cat sitting on a dog outside in the snow?!?! It's hilarious and adorable all at once.

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This Alert Doe

Here's an interesting fact about deers to accompany this sweet photo: in the winter, deer are much less active and can drop their metabolism by half, allowing them to save energy and eat less. This keeps them safe and allows them to rest more.

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This Comfy Duck

Ducks have a nice, thick coat of feathers that keeps them pretty warm in the cold, but their webbed feet can actually get frostbite. Let's hope this one is staying super warm!

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