Buzz·Posted on Jun 9, 201517 Ways Owning A Pet Makes Your Life Infinitely BetterThis one goes out to you, Spot.by by Minou ClarkCommunity Contributor, by Katie CorvinoBuzzFeed StaffLinkFacebookPinterestTwitterMail Once upon a time, you lived a life sans pets. And it was lonely. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF The pet envy was REAL. View this photo on Instagram So eventually you gave in and got yourself a furry friend. And life became instantly brighter. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 1. Before owning a pet, you weren't quite sure what the world really had to offer. View this photo on Instagram But now your pet has blessed you with a zen, balanced lifestyle. View this photo on Instagram 2. Selfies used to be all about you, and only you. View this photo on Instagram But now you proudly share the spotlight. View this photo on Instagram 3. Going out to eat was a mundane experience filled with mediocre conversations. View this photo on Instagram Now your squad is revamped and eating out is better than ever. View this photo on Instagram 4. Weekends used to be a dark and lonely time. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF But now you have a wingwoman who always hooks it up. View this photo on Instagram 5. The outdoors used to feel fruitless, a senseless waste of land and space. View this photo on Instagram But now you appreciate the beauty nature has to offer. View this photo on Instagram 6. Grocery shopping used to be so routine, so monotonous. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF But now every trip is a magical adventure. View this photo on Instagram 7. Even a quick walk around the block was surprisingly lonesome. View this photo on Instagram Now you have an entire team to shower you with love. View this photo on Instagram 8. Back in the day exercise was dull and uninviting. View this photo on Instagram But now you have new and exciting ways to work out at home. View this photo on Instagram 9. You were never really much of a partier. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF But now you have quite the ~party animal~ reputation. View this photo on Instagram 10. Bath time all alone wasn't exactly a memorable experience. View this photo on Instagram These days bath time is everyone's favorite activity. View this photo on Instagram 11. Sometimes driving around felt like a miserable chore. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF But nothing beats having a few furry co-pilots to keep you company. View this photo on Instagram 12. You've heard people talk about the wonderful bond of Greek Life... View this photo on Instagram But you and your bitches are easily the coolest sorority around. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 13. Going to school or to work was a responsibility you could never get out of... Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF Now you can always find excuses to take time off. View this photo on Instagram 14. Getting dressed every morning was such a tedious routine. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF But now that you have a pet your sense of fashion has reached an entirely new high. View this photo on Instagram 15. Family photos were once a dreaded awkward experience for all. View this photo on Instagram But now you actually enjoy picture time. View this photo on Instagram 16. You could say that your admiration of celebrities has reached a whole new level of fandom... View this photo on Instagram Since you now idolize their pets even more than them. View this photo on Instagram 17. You used to have a flawed perception of what made a meaningful relationship. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF You now understand what it truly means to have a "life partner." View this photo on Instagram It's pretty evident you're obsessed with your pet. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF And love them beyond belief. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF Thank you, pets, for making the world a happier, cuddlier place. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF