All dog adoption fees will be under $350 and cat adoption fees are waived thanks to PrettyLitter. Plus, parking for the event is free.
Best Friends Super Adoption: Where groovy pets meet their people
Join us November 21-22 at Rose Bowl Stadium, and meet hundreds of adoptable dogs and cats of all sizes, types, and ages from Los Angeles-area animal rescue groups and shelters.
RSVP for Early Access
Become a VIP and get in an hour early!
Animal shelters and rescues participating in Super Adoption
- Angel City Pit Bulls
- Angels n Paws Rescue
- Animal Resource Center of the Inland Empire
- Animal Wellness Foundation
- Best Friends Animal Society
- Burbank Animal Shelter (Sunday ONLY) (Super Adoption first timers!)
- City of Los Angeles Department of Animal Services
- City of San Bernadino Department of Animal Services
- Fair Pet Foundation (formerly LA Pets Alive)
- Hollywood Huskies
- Kitt Crusaders
- Kitty Bungalow Charm School
- LA County Animal Care and Control
- Living Free Animal Sanctuary (Saturday ONLY)
- Long Beach Animal Care Services
- One More Dog Foundation (Saturday ONLY) (Super Adoption first timers!)
- Outta the Cage
- River's Rescue (Super Adoption first timers!)
- Riverside County Department of Animal Services
- Rory to the Rescue
- Rover Ranger Rescue
- Santa Barbara County Animal Services (Super Adoption first timers!)
- Stray Cat Alliance
- Ventura County Animal Services (Super Adoption first timers!)
- We Let the Dogs Out Rescue (Super Adoption first timers!)
Calling all exhibitors
As an exhibitor at the Best Friends Super Adoption, you can showcase your products or services, and gain exposure to highly passionate attendees and animal welfare experts. Apply to be an exhibitor by October 16.
For sponsor opportunities, please email events@bestfriends.org.
Groovy activities all day long
Plan your Super Adoption day around these can't-miss activities
Time: 11:00 a.
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Try your hand and creating a one-of-a-kind bandana for your new best friend! With activities like DIY bandana decorating, coloring pages and paw printing, there's plenty of fun for the kids - and adults!
Time: 11:00 a.
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Celebrate the past, current and future pets for whom you are grateful by writing their names on wood blocks and hanging them on our Wall of Gratitude! Inspired by the practice of writing prayers or wishes on small wood blocks known as Ema at Shinto temples in Japan, The LA Super Adoption Wall of Gratitude is a special place to honor your best friends. This inspirational display of thanks will be moved to the LA Pet Adoption Center for further participation and celebration over the holiday season.
Time: 11:20-11:35 a.
Time: 11:20-11:35 a.m.
Click, treat, repeat! Discover how clicker training makes learning fun for your pet while strengthening your bond. You'll leave with simple techniques you can start practicing at home right away.
Presented by: Jacqueline Gaillard – LA’s Dog Trainer
Time: 11:40-11:55 a.
Time: 11:40-11:55 a.m.
Be your pet's best health advocate! Learn how to check your pet's vital signs at home, what normal looks like, and when it's time to call your veterinarian.
Presented by: VEG ER for Pets
Times: 12:00-12:30 p.
Times: 12:00-12:30 p.m. and 2:00-2:30 p.m. (2 demos)
Ready, set, go! See how agility builds confidence, focus, and teamwork between you and your dog as our trainer walks a pup through jumps, tunnels, and the teeter-totter. Pick up tips for getting started, whether your dog is a natural athlete or just a beginner.
Presented by: Jacqueline Gaillard – LA’s Dog Trainer
Time: 1:40-1:55 p.
Time: 1:40-1:55 p.m.
Vet visits don't have to be stressful! Discover simple ways to help your pet feel calm, confident, and comfortable during exams, making every trip to the clinic a little easier for everyone.
Presented by: VEG ER for Pets
Time: 1:20-1:35 p.
Time: 1:20-1:35 p.m.
New puppy? Learn the basics of how to socialize your young best friend! From dog introductions, familiarization with common and uncommon items to getting them settled in a new home – this class is for everyone.
Presented by: Jacqueline Gaillard – LA’s Dog Trainer
Times: 11:00, 1:00, 3:00 Get ready for an overload of cuteness!
Times: 11:00, 1:00, 3:00
Get ready for an overload of cuteness! Learn what it takes to care for the tiniest kittens, master the basics of bottle feeding, and discover how these little meals can make a lifesaving difference.
Presented by: Best Friends LA Foster Team
It’s your chance to make a lifesaving difference for animals right here in Los Angeles
… and to bring home your next best friend!
Volunteer at Super Adoption
Volunteers will be needed for a host of jobs during the event. Here's how you can get involved.
Pet adoption stories
Not only does adoption provide homeless pets the chance they deserve, but it also provides people with loyal, loving companions and positively impacts our physical and mental health and well-being.
More ways to bring love home
You create a happier, healthier, more compassionate community for both people and pets when you foster, volunteer, and advocate for homeless dogs and cats right here in Los Angeles.
Join a local team of advocates
We make the most change for animals when we work together, which is why we formed the Best Friends Action Team. Once you sign up for the Action Team, you’ll receive emails with more ways you can help save homeless pets.
Let’s be friends!
Connect with us on social media to stay in the loop about the lifesaving progress we’re making together, hear about upcoming events, and see pictures from recent events.
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