StoriesAll Stories Features Julie's Blog Videos Magazine Community Voices Image Celebrating 40 years of Best Friends together Read letters from animal lovers like you who’ve shared their memories of Best Friends Animal Society over the years. See some of the letters we've received Best Friends Magazine Image Heron gets emergency surgery and second chance at life A distressed night heron came to Best Friends Animal Sanctuary in need of care after swallowing a fishhook. Delicate procedure helps bird Feature Image 3.4% fewer animals were killed in shelters so far in 2024 Best Friends’ latest data shows a turning point for shelters across the country. Let’s celebrate the positive momentum in lifesaving Julie Castle Blog Image Shy piggy blossoms with a little help from his friend When Morgan Denning visited Best Friends Animal Sanctuary, she wasn’t planning on adopting a pig. Then, fate stepped in. Sleepover leads to match made in piggy heaven Feature Image Pets named Ryan Reynolds go home during birthday bash Playfully trolling an A-list celebrity for his birthday and saving lives? Best Friends is so there. A birthday to remember Feature Image Faces of No-Kill: Cat heals from injury in style Marble came to Best Friends with two broken legs. Now, she’s on the road to recovery and sporting the latest in veterinary fashion. She's getting stronger every day Feature Image Virginia’s no-kill commitment: A big win for pets in the commonwealth Virginia Loves Shelter Animals Month encourages no-kill in 2025. This isn’t just a declaration — it’s a rallying cry Julie Castle Blog Image Sunny pup doesn’t let injury slow him down Greggy came to Best Friends Animal Sanctuary with an injured leg and found his footing again in a foster home. He's now blossomed into a well-rounded, confident companion Feature Image Heartwarming pet adoptions from across the country Meet Archie the food thief, Phantom the TV star, and more dogs and cats who are loving life in their new homes. See their happy faces Best Friends Magazine Image Empty trucks return to shelters after Best Friends Super Adoption More than 460 dogs and cats were saved in Los Angeles. Proof that collaboration works for all concerned Julie Castle Blog Image Dog goes from face in the crowd to one in a million After coming from a house with 70 other dogs, Berry is happy being the center of attention with her new family. A berry happy ending Feature Image Tricks, treats, and love help mule find her smile Caregivers at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary prove you can teach an old mule new tricks. Lucky learns a new trick Feature Image Veterans and shelter pets healing together How dogs like Thunder bring hope and purpose to veterans facing life’s darkest moments Groups save lives on both ends of the leash Feature Image Stars align to send 400 pets home at L.A. super adoption The Best Friends event brought together more than 5,000 attendees and 15 animal shelters and rescue groups to save lives. See some of the happy new families Feature Image Home and loving it: Stories of adopted pets Read about a dog birthday celebration, a pup learning the ropes, big cat cuddles, and a thriving parrot who loves to learn. Hear about life in their new homes Best Friends Magazine Pagination First page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 … Last page 310 Next page