Animal rescue stories of resilience and hope
Take a deep dive into the dog and cat rescue stories that inspire us. From touching adoption updates to volunteer and foster stories, animal rescue transformations, and more, our animal stories are bound to bring a smile to your face.
Hear from Best Friends’ CEO
On her blog, CEO Julie Castle shares her personal thoughts and takes on everything from the unsung heroes of animal welfare to the pets, people, and places driving the no-kill movement forward.
Meet the faces of no-kill
Learn how the no-kill philosophy gives every dog and cat the chance to heal, grow, and thrive — and why pets across the U.S. are receiving the second chances in life they deserve.
Cute pet videos to jump-start your day
From cats and dogs gaining confidence and getting their first case of the zoomies in their foster homes to rescued horses, pigs, and bunnies finding comfort and healing at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary, these heartwarming moments are pure joy.
Go in depth with "Best Friends" magazine
Check out a few of our featured articles from our print publication, where we highlight adoption success stories, volunteer superstars, groundbreaking community progress, and much, much more.
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Animal stories that sparked a lifesaving movement
How "Best Friends" magazine has been spreading joy since day one.
Best Friends began with a simple but powerful belief: that kindness, hope, and compassion can change the world for homeless pets. It’s only fitting that our magazine was born from that same spirit. In the early days, co-founder Michael Mountain posted uplifting animal stories on a bulletin board called the Wall of Triumph, offering encouragement, celebrating small victories, and reminding staff why this work matters.
That bulletin board grew into what is now Best Friends magazine — a cornerstone of our mission and a place where lifesaving stories continue to inspire people across the country. Through every page, the magazine celebrates progress, honors the human-animal bond, and shares the joy that comes from saving lives together.
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