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Adopt a pet to help save lives

When you adopt a homeless pet from a shelter or rescue group in Los Angeles, you’re saving the life of a loving and loyal animal.

You’re also making space for other pets to find families of their own. And that’s huge. By adopting, you are part of a historic change in how our country regards pets in shelters and you’re helping to Save Them All.

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We’ve moved!

As of January 1, 2023, we’ll no longer be operating out of our Mission Hills location and all adoptions will be taking place at our West L.A. location only.
See Adoptable Pets
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Looking to meet fabulous pets in Los Angeles?

There are so many dogs and cats just waiting for a best friend like you.

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Adoption fees and current specials

Looking to bring home someone special? Now's the perfect time to do it!

Dog Adoption Fees
Adoption fees for dogs are $100. Puppies 6 months and under are $150. You can get started by filling out a Dog Matchmaking Survey.

 

Cat Adoption Fees
Adoption fees for cats are $50. Kittens 6 months and under are $100. You can get started by filling out a Cat Matchmaking Survey.

 

Special Promotions

Senior Cats and Dogs: All pets over 7 years old and up are fee-waived.

Hometown Heroes: Veterans and active military members with proper identification or proof of service will receive a 20% discount off adoption fees.

Two For One: Kittens prefer a buddy! Consider adopting two bundles of joy (six months or younger) for the price of one!

If you have questions about adopting a dog or cat, please email adoptla@bestfriends.org.

Adoption stories and “tails”

Feel all the feels with these stories of hope and healing.
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Pets flown from hurricane-damaged Florida get new start

Best Friends has teamed up with other animal welfare groups to arrange transportation for pets away from storm-damaged areas to shelters in other states.
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Faces of No-Kill: Sassy cat trades swats for snuggles

A cantankerous cat named Pumba now has someone who appreciates her just the way she is.
Pumba is now living her best life
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Neighbors team up to save orphaned puppies

With the local animal shelter at capacity, an Arkansas family rallied their neighbors to care for 11 tiny homeless puppies.
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