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Adopt a pet to help save lives

When you adopt a homeless dog or cat from a shelter or rescue group in New York City, 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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Adopt a furry friend and make this season unforgettable

Join us in celebrating the 12 Days of Cheer, where you can make a difference in an animal’s life — and your own.
From 12/13 to 12/24 we’re offering $10 adoption fees and a gift bag from Blue Buffalo to help loving pets find their families at all Best Friends Lifesaving Centers.

Start searching for your best friend below!
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Looking to meet fabulous pets in New York City?

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

If you’re not sure where to start, we can help! Complete a cat adoption survey or dog adoption survey and we’ll guide you toward just the right pet for your home and lifestyle. An adoption specialist will be in touch with you within 48 hours by phone or email to talk about next steps.

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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.

Cat Adoption Fees
Adoptions fees for cats are $50

Kittens 6 months and under are $100.

 

Special Promotions

Senior Cat and Dogs: All pets 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!

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Kitten adoption special

Adopt two kittens, and fees are waived on the second.
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Adopt a senior pet

Fees are waived for all pets 8 and older.

Adoption stories and “tails”

Feel all the feels with these stories of hope and healing.
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Magical fresh start for senior dog

Dublin needed an adopter who understood his mobility challenges.
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Senior dog regains pep in her step

Sweet Betty recovered from surgery and is thriving in her new home despite a cancer diagnosis.
Senior dog now thrives
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Three happy people posing with a calico cat and a Best Friends no-kill 2023 shelter trophy

New data shows encouraging trend for pets in shelters

Monthly data from nearly 800 animal shelters from across the U.S. shows the first lifesaving progress for dogs and cats since 2020.
Positive momentum for shelter lifesaving
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