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 Claudia the cream-colored cat

Pet of the Week

Clawdia's sunny disposition and habit of snoozing belly up in sunbeams make her hard to miss.
Man and woman wearing Best Friends Moon Shot sweatshirts with a Shop Now graphic

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.
Medium-sized black and tan dog with pointy ears with his head tilted to the side

Best Friends Blog

The pace of change in animal welfare is speeding up exponentially.