Here are a series of scenes from pet shops – and general South Tyneside 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 South Tyneside’s past that you would like to see in the spotlight.
13. The Tyne and Wear Pet Service Dog Show
Owners Kelly Hilton, Jade and Brenda Allen with dogs Ice, Micky, Juno, Ritchy, and Toby. This photo was taken at the 2018 Tyne and Wear Pet Service Dog Show held at Chuter Ede Community Association. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Tim Richardson
14. Getting together in 2015
Animal lovers and their pets attend the grand opening of Pets 2 Impress in South Shields in 2015. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: David James Wood
15. Share the memories
We hope you love our pet retro spread. If you do, tell us more about your pet memories from bygone years by emailing [email protected]. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: SN