My dog was terrified of the vacuum cleaner but he stood in front to protect me from the 'monster'

What would we do without pets? In a world that's turning increasingly dystopian, the love for our pets is a shining light that's giving us hope and optimism. Dogs, cats, birds, and more have provided much comfort and love during the past year that has been ravaged by the pandemic. When someone asked Quora " What is the kindest thing a pet has done for you?" the answers that followed explained why we don't deserve animals and why they deserve nothing but a world of love.

Here are some of the best answers we came across on Upworthy's Instagram.  

1. Always there for you

2. No one was going to hurt his girl

3. Life-saver

4. Not on my watch!

5. There will be consequences

6. Nothing but love

7. Angel on earth

8. Guiding you, always

9. Warm ball of fur

10.  Glued to you

11.  By your side

12. Empathy and love

13. Blood sugar monitor

14. Furry soulmate

15. Protecting me from the 'monster'