White and black dog on orange Best Friends leash

Best Friends Animal Society is a leading national animal welfare organization dedicated to ending the killing of dogs and cats in America's shelters

In addition to running lifesaving programs in partnership with nearly 3,000 animal welfare groups, we have regional centers across the country and operate the nation's largest no-kill sanctuary for companion animals. Learn more about Best Friends
Sponsor or adopt Barat the American pit bull terrier

Pet of the Week

Gaining confidence has made Barat more resilient when life inevitably disrupts carefully made plans.
Orange and white dog and cat Christmas stockings from the Best Friends Store

Shop and Save Lives

Your purchase will assist homeless pets and help to Save Them All. Shop now!
Achieving no-kill in America by 2025 with map of the United States

No-Kill by 2025

Check out the lifesaving progress being made across the country via interactive maps.
Black and white dog lying on a bed at the Best Friends Roadhouse and Mercantile with a large photo of a green parrot on the wall

Best Friends Blog

Best Friends Roadhouse and Mercantile, the most pet-friendly hotel in the country, opens.