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The 2018 Best Friends National Conference: “They laughed at us”

The 2018 Best Friends National Conference that took place in Los Angeles last week...
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A model dog law to save more lives

With help of Best Friends, International Municipal Lawyers Association (IMLA) unve...
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Remembering Handsome Dan

Vicktory dog crosses the Rainbow Bridge and will be missed by all who knew and lov...
Julie Castle Blog
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Speaking with one voice: A call for transparency in sheltering

Best Friends, ASPCA, Humane Society of U.S., PetSmart Charities and other organiza...
Julie Castle Blog
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How Best Friends is working to help those affected by Hurricane Florence

Best Friends Animal Society is committed to helping Hurricane Florence Animals. Ma...
Julie Castle Blog
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Helping a cat lose weight and find a home

Overweight cat is put on a diet and exercise routine to help her lose weight and r...
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How fostering dogs and cats saves lives

Fostering a dog or cat saves a shelter pet's life, but that's not all. Learn about...
Best Friends Magazine
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Pet grants to Save Them All

Rachael Ray Save Them All pet grants make a difference for homeless dogs and cats ...
Best Friends Magazine
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Designing a space for a cat in a New York City apartment

Adopter makes her New York City apartment cat-friendly, with places for her kitty ...
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Helping a cat with pica

Cat with pica, an eating disorder that causes a compulsive appetite for nonfood it...
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Helping a fearful dog gain confidence

Volunteer Janice MacMillan helps a fearful dog, who is especially scared of people...
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Senior dog and storm survivor goes home

Rescued after Hurricane Irma, senior dog with laryngeal paralysis, which makes her...
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Dog rescue transport is trip of a lifetime for 60 Texas pups

Dog rescue transport moves 61 dogs from the Palm Valley Animal Center in Edinburg,...
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Help and a new home for a dog with mange

Shelter dog with a serious case of demodectic manage receives treatment -- Bravect...
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Dog saved from homelessness and heartworm disease

Dog with heartworm surrendered to a Houston animal shelter is transported to Best ...
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