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Nine years in: How the Vicktory dogs helped change the future for millions of dogs

After Michael Vick dogs were given a second chance, people and policymakers around...
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Senior cocker spaniels bring joy

With a grant from Best Friends, Rocky Mountain Cocker Rescue helps senior cocker s...
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The Vicktory dogs: Nine years later

Where are the Michael Vick dogfighting dogs nearly 10 years later? Read updates on...
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Even pets have New Year’s resolutions

Photos of dogs, cats, pigs and goats with info about the animals' New Year's resol...
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New York super adoption a perfect ending to a year of saving lives

Presented by BOBS from Skechers with support from Petco Foundation and Hallmark, B...
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Petco Foundation gives pets a very happy 2016

Petco Foundation helps over 2,000 animals get adopted this year with a generous gr...
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Word of mouth helps a special dog get adopted

Special boxer mix dog who has lupus, an autoimmune disease, is adopted into a lovi...
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Senior German shepherd receives the gift of a new home

After ending up in an LA animal shelter, a senior female German shepherd was very ...
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Summer flood leads a pit bull terrier home for the holidays

St. Tammany Humane Society helps a pit bull terrier after the Louisiana flood in t...
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Celebrating the season with holiday pet photos

See cute Christmas holiday photos of dogs, cats, horses, a parrot and bunny at the...
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Alma’s angels help find dog lost for years

Dog rescued from hoarding situation is adopted into loving home, but then gets los...
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Bringing joy to the season with adoptable pets

Check out photos of cats and dogs for adoption from our partners around the countr...
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Top 10 reasons to foster a pet

Fostering a dog or cat provides many benefits for you and the pet. Here are 10 rea...
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Donate pet supplies this holiday season

Animals at Best Friends have a few items on their want list this holiday season. P...
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7 animal advocacy tips for the holidays

Be an advocate for pets this holiday season. Adopt an animal, become a Best Friend...
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