Saving Northwest Arkansas’ homeless pets

Every event you attend is a chance to make a lifesaving difference for dogs and cats and get us closer to ending the killing of pets in shelters. Bonus? You’ll meet caring, passionate, like-minded people who care about animals, too!

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Upcoming events

Ready to have fun and save lives? There’s always something happening here at Best Friends in Northwest Arkansas. Join us!

A view of the Best Friends Pet Resource Center in Bentonville, AR
Best Friends Pet Resource Center Open House
Jul 13 Jul 13
Tour the Pet Resource Center, meet adoptable pets, and learn how to get involved with Best Friends!
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Wizard of Oz Weekend
Jul 18 Jul 19
Enjoy a screening of the classic Wizard of Oz film, a book reading with appearance by the cast of The Wizard of Oz stage play, produced by Arts One in Springdale, "No place like home" crafts, and more!
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VIrtual Dog Behavior Series: Leash Walking 101
Jul 24 Jul 25
No more pulling! Log on to this interactive online class with Best Friends trainer Dani Rakestraw to get the basics on leash training your dog.
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Kitty Bingo!
Jul 25 Jul 25
Play Bingo with cats and kittens! Sign up to play, purr, and win prizes!

More ways you can help animals in Northwest Arkansas

You create a happier, healthier, more inclusive community for both people and pets when you foster, volunteer, advocate for, and adopt animals in shelters.

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