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Help animals and start saving lives in your community today!
Every day, in communities of all shapes and sizes, compassionate people just like you are saving the lives of pets. Collaborating locally is having a life-changing impact for pets across the country.
You know that the animals in our lives are more than just pets. They offer us companionship and unconditional love. They add joy to our communities and remind us of what’s important in life. Unfortunately, in 2022 about 378,000 dogs and cats were killed in our nation’s shelters just because they did not have safe places to call home.
Kitten fostering and community cat programs are keeping cats safe and healthy. Local action teams are working to connect people with resources for their pets and to create pet-friendly policies that save lives. You have a place in that lifesaving picture and finding it has never been easier.
Volunteer to help pets in shelters
Wherever you live, whatever your experience or interests, there are countless ways to volunteer your time for pets in need.
Advocacy: take lifesaving action
You can help create the kind of community you want to live in by teaming up with fellow community members.
Learn: your passion as a profession
If you’re the kind of person who’s always learning and eager to create positive change in the world, pursuing a professional certificate or degree in animal services could be your perfect fit.
Foster pets to save lives
Fostering an adoptable animal in your home, even for just a few nights, is one of the most important things you can do to save a homeless pet’s life.
Events: make a difference for pets
Have fun and connect with fellow animal lovers through a variety of local and national events, big and small.
Join us for the 2023 Best Friends National Conference
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Learn how to make an impact in your community from presenters from different backgrounds and organization types — all while having fun!
Careers: join the Best Friends team
Want to make a difference for pets and their families nationwide while working with one of the most innovative animal welfare organizations in the country?
