Thankful for your unfailing support

We’re deeply grateful for the unconditional love of our pets, for the laughter they bring and the hope they instill.

And we’re thankful to be working together with you to save lives. Ensuring a bright future for all is a big endeavor, and you are an important part of this effort.

Stories of gratitude and joy ... made possible by people like you

This lifesaving work continues every day of the year, thanks to caring individuals like you who provide support, give their time and advocate on behalf of homeless pets around the country.
Lilibet the cat lying on the corner of a desk

Cat gains a home, loses pounds

Lilibet came to Best Friends overweight, and that was impacting her health. But now she’s inspiring her adopters to slim down, too.
Read about her weight loss journey
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Women's History Month - Caroline Earle White

Honoring the trailblazers this Women’s History Month

And their achievements and breakthroughs made despite major obstacles
Celebrating Women's History Month
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Simon the cockatoo on a couch on the leg of a smiling person

Determined cockatoo climbs into the lap of luxury

Simon’s shyness was keeping him from getting adopted, but when he spotted the family he wanted, he made sure they weren’t leaving without him.
See how he's settled in
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Hazel the dog lying comfortably on a dog bed in a home

Dog with traumatic past has a bright future at home

For Hazel, just being able to enjoy the little things in life was a big step. And now, she’s taken the biggest step of all: becoming part of a family.
See her living the good life
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Person touching a smiling heeler-type dog in the back of a pick-up truck

Navajo Nation residents go the extra mile for pets

Local volunteers play a key role in how Best Friends programs serve dogs, cats, and their people.
See how pets are receiving veterinary care
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Canelo the kitten playing with Wasabi the rabbit

A kitten and his bunny buddies

Canelo doesn’t get around well and he’s incontinent, but thanks to special therapies and lots of playtime he’s growing stronger each day.
Read how time at Bunny House helped
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Person wearing a hoodie with a kitten sitting on their shoulder

Shop and save lives!

When you shop at the Best Friends store, the proceeds go straight to work providing lifesaving care and companionship to animals all around the country.
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Happy dog standing next to a person in grass covered by fall leaves

Need a buddy for the holidays?

Fostering a pet is a short-term way to make a long-term impact. By opening your home to a pet for even a few days, you can help save lives.
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