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Maryland Stories
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How a Baltimore shelter saved a scared dog named Tanner
The Best Friends embed program supported Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS) in finding new ways to save more pets in their care.
A plan for every animal
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Cancer survivor dog finds her calling
Jovie nearly lost her leg to cancer, but now she’s healthy and happy in her new home — and preparing for a new career as a therapy dog.
Bringing comfort to others
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Community Voices: Shakela Brown
At Best Friends, we use our networks to introduce you to advocates like Shakela Brown, who give back to pets and people in their community.
See how she believes community wisdom play a role in her advocacy
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4 animal stories to inspire
When these pets needed help, they found it through a Best Friends Network Partner.
Read about their successes
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Dog with incontinence, heartworm proves that love always wins
Chrissy traveled a long way to get to Best Friends in New York, and after receiving loving care from her foster family during heartworm treatment, she was adopted.
Read Chrissy's story
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