Here are a series of scenes from pet shops – and general Sunderland and County Durham animal cuteness - to warm your hearts.
So whether it’s a perfect pooch that melts your heart or a cute cat, we have photos of them all.
Take a look at our 15 photos and see how many memories they bring back.
And why not get in touch to share your own memories of Sunderland’s past that you would like to see in the spotlight.
1. Ear, what's all this in 2010?
Becky Hodson, an RVN nurse partner to Vets 4 Pets is pictured with this lost rabbit ten years ago. Photo: IB
2. A pampering for Mimi in 2015
Mimi receives a pedicure from Holly Newey at the grand opening of Pets 2 Impress in South Shields. Remember this from 2015? Photo: David James Wood
3. Saying hello in 2015
Roz King meets a Bearded Dragon with Laura Brooke from Creative Encounters following the grand opening of Pets 2 Impress in South Shields. Remember this from 2015? Photo: David James Wood
4. Stoddy the cat in 2004
Stoddy is pictured checking out the feline Christmas presents at Haswell pet store in Ocean Road 16 years ago. Photo: IB