36 Adorable Photos of Pets 'Staycationing' During Lockdown

As we all slide into a summer unlike anything we've experienced before, it's nice to have our dogs, cats, and other furry and feathered companions by our side. We once again asked readers and friends to send us photos of their pets, this time "staycationing" at home. From pups playing in puddles to many a pet simply enjoying a sunbeam, here are our favorite shots of the dog (and cat!) days of summer.

Cheapism editor Scott Nyerges' Shiba Inu Akira is ready to hit the pavement in search of adventure.

Yael Squeo's kitties Amadeo and Tyrion are happy with any staycation circumstances, as long as they're together.

Sam, who belongs to Cheapism editor Kris Scott, takes a splash break to pose for his closeup.

Annie, a 7-year-old Chiweenie who lives outside of Nashville, is shown here "living her best life, as usual" according to owners Cati and Patrick Basile.

Bailey, left, and Georgia live in Florida with the Thiel family and love lounging by the pool.

Boomer and Belle, Connie Kamedulski's pups, may not be able to go to the beach, but they've found the second best thing: taking over a cushy beach-themed sofa.

Karen Slawinsky's Callie just wants to go somewhere already — and no one's leaving without her.

Cheapism freelancer Christine Clark's pup Maizy isn't about to pretend that staycationing involves anything other than chilling on her couch.

Coco, furry companion to Cheapism's assistant managing editor Pat Shrader, says, "Forget Coachella. This year, Couch-ella will be just fine with me."

Curry, who belongs to Cheapism production manager Anna Christakos, knows it's 5 o'clock somewhere.

Moby, Cheapism's editorial coordinator Jenn Magid's standard poodle, cools off on his human siblings' splash pad.

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Cheapism editor Marc Levy's cat Dagny's idea of a good time is bird hunting ... err, watching.

Every day is a cheat day for Brad Koberg's aptly named Kitty.

Daisy Wong's cat Geddy knows the value of a staycation nap.

Kristen Donner's lab Huey loves the simple life. Give him a stick and a truck bed and he's good to go.

Sunshine and blue skies aside, Dara Sposato's pup Eli just wants to curl up with a good human.

Jane Rinard's kitty Cornelius keeps his vacation plans simple with a few zzzzzs.

Amy Tobey's pooch Lindy watches over the garden while grabbing some vitamin D.

Ice cream-loving Louie Bouie, who belongs to Kristy Gaconnier, doesn't mind if he does.

Just because it's a staycation doesn't mean that Louis, French bulldog of Cheapism special projects editor Suzanne Schneider, is going to dress like a slob.

Luna, sister to Gaconnier's Louie Bouie, just has to roll over if the heat becomes too much.

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Amber McNeil's pug pup Minnie might be young, but she clearly already knows what colors suit her.

Dana Wood's pup Layla is not about that AC action.

Cheapism production manager Anna Christakos' kitty Nutmeg wonders when it'll be time to head to the airport.

Blue, the only "daughter" of Cheapism editor Kris Scott, isn't afraid of a little water.

Tammy Ward's pups Pappy and Sadie are all dolled up for any staycation weather — but one of them seems happier about it than the other.

Lisa Massey's kitty Prim won't be leaving the recliner for staycation.

Rachel Pencu's pup Prince knows it's his time to shine.

Cheapism's Christakos' pup Sam heard there would be chips, guac, and margs.

Cheapism freelance writer Jeff Rindksopf's pet, Simon, seems none too pleased to be awakened from his catnap.

Sydney Wilson's pup Theo ponders the big questions of life. What does it all mean? And when will he go on a walk?

Emma Sotillo's kitty Tokio is more about books and less about beaches when it comes to his staycation preferences.

Lexi, who belongs to Lisa Hofmeister, either isn't entirely clear on the concept of pillows or needs those curtains to be pulled. Stat.

Arnie and Winnie, who belong to Burkett Carver, rarely leave each other's side, and know a cool tile floor when they see it.

Yesi Levya's pup Bombon is fostering a kitten while on staycation. A parent pooch's job is never done.

Tobin Bassani's Merlin wore himself out after conquering a couple of his stuffies.

Cheapism managing editor Danny Jensen's Chilean Rose-Hair spider, Echo, has always dreamed of stretching her legs — yes, all eight of them — out on a tropical beach somewhere. Fun fact: Jensen reports that Echo does indeed push her orange "beach ball" around her cage.