The belly rub is a powerful maneuver, capable of sending even the most hostile pups into fits of joy. When we first saw one of these photos, we couldn’t help but trawl around the web in search of similar pics to fill our animal loving hearts with joy. After much searching, we can now proudly present to you 16 of our favorite animals being given the full belly rub experience.
#1. This little guy probably hasn’t had the opportunity to have too many belly rubs. Just look at how his eyes light up.
#2. This girl likes it so much she can’t even keep control of her tongue.
#3. “I want a belly rub thiiiiiiiiiiiis big.”
#4. Three pillows, and one rubbed tummy. It looks like he’s in heaven.
#5. Someone doesn’t look so happy to have their tummy-rubbing interrupted by the camera.
#6. Reptiles can enjoy them too, although it’s a bit hard to tell if this croc is having fun.
#7. The happiness is written all over its face. Just make sure he doesn’t HOG all the belly rubs.
#8. This pug was halfway through eating a bone when he was warmly welcomed by an unexpected belly rub.
#9. This French Bulldog couldn’t get any more excited. Even his mouth is watering.
#10. No dog is too young for the belly rub treatment. And this little fella looks like he’s already hooked.
#11. Even squirrels are getting in on the action. This guy is NUTS about getting that tummy rubbed, whether it’s with a foot or a hand.
#12. Double the bellies, double the fun.
#13. To answer your questions, 1) this is a wombat, and 2) yes, she loves having her belly rubbed.
#14. Even one of the fiercest predators in the world turns into a harmless kitty with a well applied rub to the tummy.
#15. Only a few days old, but things are off to a great start. Get that belly rubbed, bunny.
#16. After a drug fueled night out, this bad boy monkey likes to wind down with a little human assisted belly rubbing.