Stories

Best Friends is moving hundreds of adoptable dogs and cats out of area animal shelters to make space for pets impacted by wildfires.

We are doing all we can to help you through these wildfires.

Best Friends Animal Sanctuary takes in dogs and cats from impacted shelters in the Los Angeles area.

Amid the worst natural disaster in Los Angeles history, Best Friends is helping dogs and cats displaced by fires that threaten the entire metro area.

A mindset to save lives means large animal shelters are maintaining no-kill even when the going gets tough.

From piano concerts for adoptable pets to a doggy daycare bus, these stories shine a light on the many ways people are helping pets thrive.

The number of Best Friends Network Partners has reached a new high.

From snuggling under the covers to enjoying beach days, these adopted cats and dogs are living their best lives with their new families.

Three key pillars in modern animal services have been instrumental in saving more cats and dogs and keeping pets with their families.

From a sassy city cat to a senior beagle on a farm, these heartwarming adoption stories show the joy of a safe place to call home.

Best Friends and advocates nationwide are changing policies to create brighter futures for pets.

Enjoy some of the year’s most heartwarming tales from around the country of pets going home.

The way McMuffin adapted to his challenges shows just how resilient and unstoppable pets can be.

Watch dogs and cats discover the presents donated to them from kind gift-givers all across the land.

The most-read stories of the year on bestfriends.org showcase the lifesaving work happening for animals across the country.