Vern the Siamese mix kitten survivor

Heart of a Lion

Vern came to Best Friends as a three-week-old kitten struggling to survive, but now he’s leaping around like a little lion. Read his story
Sponsor Lightfoot, a black and white cat with some facial scarring

Sponsor a Pet in Need

As a sponsor, you will help provide care and support for a homeless pet (like Lightfoot).
Woman reaching down to hug a dog wearing a Save Them All scarf

Shop and Save Lives

Your purchase will assist homeless pets and help to Save Them All. Shop now!
Moose the dog looking at a training sign

Learning His ABCs

Moose is so smart that he not only mastered the agility course, but he also learned to read. Read his story
Baby goat on top of mom goat

Baby Goat Parkour

There's no obstacle too challenging for these active kids. See the video.
Small brown and white puppy with No-kill nationwide by 2025 image of the United States

No-Kill by 2025

Check out the lifesaving progress being made across the country via interactive maps.
Bug the filly, now that she's feeling much better at Horse Haven

Clearing Major Hurdles in Life

After extensive medical care and surgery, a young filly trades her painful past for a brighter future. Read her story
Adopt Antoinette the brown tabby and white cat

Adopt Antoinette

Antoinette enjoys the company of people, and purrs loudly when she gets cuddles.
Tiny black and white kitten being held by blue gloved hands

Best Friends Blog

Best Friends aims to save every kitten from L.A. city shelters between now and the end of the year.