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Inspiring, uplifting pet adoption updates

From a dog who has become an adventure buddy, to a cat who scored a feline BFF and a sweet new catio, these stories are cause for celebration.
Enjoy these happy tales
Best Friends Magazine
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Black and white dog on a leash with a person whose hand is on his back

Bringing joy through random acts of kindness to animals

People who show kindness to cats and dogs (and geese and octopuses, too) are all around us. These stories are proof.
Read for a smile
Best Friends Magazine
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Venus the dog running outside in the red sand with ears flopping and tongue out

The Secret to Happiness, a poem by Venus the dog

A poignant poem for the times, as told by a playful pup at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary.
Read Venus' words of wisdom
Best Friends Magazine
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Evelyn the kitten sitting in a sunbeam meowing at a much larger black and white cat

Cats pamper kitten with purrs

After losing her home, an incontinent kitten joins a team of doting feline caregivers in Cat World.
See how she's thriving
Best Friends Magazine
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The face of a black and white cat in front of a PCV piping cat bed

Good news from animal shelters across the country

Need a mood boost? These cat and dog stories should do the trick.
Read their happy stories
Best Friends Magazine
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Brown and white dog lying on a fluffy blanket

Joyous pet adoption updates to brighten your day

A once-homeless dog who now travels the world. A cake-loving cat, and a pup who is helping his family heal. These stories will make you smile.
Celebrate with them
Best Friends Magazine
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Ashley hugging a happy Cayenne the dog

Laced with grace: Saying goodbye to a beloved dog

Excerpt from 'A Tail of Grace: A Year in Search of Home After the Death of My Soul-Dog.'
Learn about her emotional journey
Best Friends Magazine
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Emma Dean the mama horse eating or drinking from a trough, next to Marina her foal

14-hour rescue of a stranded mama horse and baby

When rising water levels at Lake Powell marooned a mare and her filly, it took teamwork and ingenuity to get them to safety.
Read about their rescue plans A, B, and C
Best Friends Magazine
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Smitty the pig walking down a ramp following the training ball on a stick

Fun and games for pigs

Did you know pigs are super smart? School’s in session at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary, and pigs are star pupils.
Learning is easy ... with the right incentive
Best Friends Magazine
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Blue-eyed Siamese cat meowing by a window

Positively precious pet adoption updates

A debonair dog, a canine cardigan, and an adoption to cure doggy depression: These adoption stories will make you smile.
Meet the happy families
Best Friends Magazine
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Community service officer Sean Bus giving a thumbs up sign with Wilson the pug

The right tool reunites lost pug with family

The day after officer Sean Bus received a microchip scanner, he put it straight to use.
Wilson's now reunited with his family
Best Friends Magazine
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Group of people holding signs to celebrate Best Friends Day of Action in  Weslaco, Texas

New wave of animal advocates

The first National Action Week for Animals was a huge success.
Now they're making a difference
Best Friends Magazine
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Person wearing blue scrubs and a stethoscope holding a tabby kitten

Expanding veterinary care in Arkansas

Veterinarian shortage spurs legislation to help more pets.
See how this legislation helps pets
Best Friends Magazine
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Magellan, a brown tabby and white cat standing on a yellow wooden box

7 pet adoption stories worth celebrating

A couple of Potatoes and a Berry might not make a meal, but they do make for charming animal adoption tales.
Read about these happy adoptions
Best Friends Magazine
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Shadow the dog with two people petting him

How adopting a dog changed one man’s life

Shadow’s life was saved when he came to Best Friends as a puppy, and he’s been brightening peoples’ lives around him ever since.
Read their story
Best Friends Magazine

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