Animals·Posted on Sep 23, 201435 Rescue Dogs Living Life To Its FullestThese pups have a new leash on life.by Kasia GalazkaBuzzFeed StaffLinkFacebookPinterestTwitterMail 1. Rescue dogs know how to live life to its fullest. 2. After being on the brink of death, it doesn’t take a lot to see that life is beautiful. View this photo on Instagram 3. First and foremost, you need to find a forever friend. 4. If you're a little anxious, consider building a pillow fort. View this photo on Instagram 5. But feel free to unabashedly bask in your newfound freedom, like this slice of ham. View this photo on Instagram 6. Don't compare yourself to other rescues. View this photo on Instagram 7. Especially the early risers who love going for a run. View this photo on Instagram 8. Not everyone can be a morning dog, and that's OK. View this photo on Instagram 9. When are you are fully alert, you can start looking for your own nook. 10. Test out a few to get a feel for whether you like a soft or firm surface. 11. If no one is around, you can take two parking spots. View this photo on Instagram 12. Don't be afraid to search for new smells high. View this photo on Instagram 13. Or snuffle around low. View this photo on Instagram 14. Especially under a fresh coat of leaves. View this photo on Instagram 15. Soon enough you'll have a taste of what you love. View this photo on Instagram 16. Even if it's a human. View this photo on Instagram 17. It'll be hard to not eavesdrop on your new life. 18. If someone catches you, just smile until they can't resist smiling back. View this photo on Instagram 19. Sometimes the road ahead will seem scary... View this photo on Instagram 20. ...especially if you're a little introverted or a homebody. View this photo on Instagram 21. But before you know it, the trainee will become the trainer. 22. You can be the dog that comes to your human's rescue. View this photo on Instagram 23. Be sure to take a few driving lessons first in case they ever need you to drive. View this photo on Instagram 24. You'll be less afraid to take charge. View this photo on Instagram 25. Despite the challenges you faced before your forever home. 26. Because no matter your shape or size, you can make it big. View this photo on Instagram 27. And even see parts of the world you didn't know existed. 28. Maybe even visit a big city! 29. But never forget to look up. View this photo on Instagram 30. Because your human was the one who made it all possible. View this photo on Instagram 31. And kept you snuggly. 32. Even when you weren't feeling up for a walk. 33. They'll be happy to let you have your beauty rest after your hardships. 34. Because they know how important it is to your happiness. View this photo on Instagram 35. Enjoy your new leash on life!