"Spring has sprung," as they say. After months of cold snow, darkness and wet, dreary days, the light at the end is peeking through. The snow is melting and the days are getting warmer. The seasonal depression and winter blues are slowly being left behind, replaced by sun and warmth.

Unless you're someone who genuinely likes and enjoys winter, the thought of spring and summer is the best, most invigorating thing you can think of. With the start of warm months comes the season for baby animals too, and what's better than that?

What better way to transition from winter into spring than with some animals who are also prepping for the seasonal change? Here are 20 spring-ready pet and animal photos to start your incoming spring and summer months off in the right way.