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A place for the pets and people of our community

The Best Friends Pet Resource Center is a place of opportunity and lifesaving, where homeless pets can find families of their very own.

It’s also a place where people can celebrate pets and find resources to help them care for their animals. Our space is intended for everyone — whether you're here to meet an adorable adoptable pet, find a dog or cat to foster, or visit our maker space to make toys for pets. 

Need help? We also offer a qualifying and need-based pet health and vaccination clinic.

This is a place where community members can adopt a new best friend and a place where people can gather to share knowledge with others, build awareness about issues facing animals today, and work together to Save Them All.

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A place for pets and people who love them

Everything about the center — from its design to its function to its operation — reflects the understanding that our animal companions are an integral part of our families and our communities.

The space features open areas to get to know adoptable dogs and cats, fun activities for people of all ages, a DIY dog-bathing center, a café where guests can hang out with cats and kittens, a pet food and supplies pantry, and much more.

Help for the community

Our pet food and supplies pantry ensures no pet in our community goes hungry.
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Lifesaving art

Enjoy beautiful sculptures as you explore the grounds.
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A place to connect

Meet a friend or just relax with a beverage at Third Space Coffee.
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Vital veterinary care

Our clinic provides quality veterinary care for community partners and qualifying families.
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Lend a hand

Check out our volunteer bridge, literally linking people to pets.
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Meet your new best friend

Spend quality time with adoptable dogs and cats.
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Events and activities: Make a difference for pets

Have fun and connect with fellow animal lovers at adoption fairs and community events at the new Best Friends Pet Resource Center.

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Upcoming events at the pet resource center
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From lectures to vaccination clinics to keep your dog or cat happy and healthy, there’s a variety of events and activities to take advantage of every single day.
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Blue Buffalo "Make a Best Friend Match" adoption event
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Join us at the Best Friends Pet Resource Center for National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day! Enjoy a one-of-a-kind adoption event with a cocktail hour, a live DJ, swag bags, and of course adorable pets. We are also pleased to be able to offer fee-waived adoptions from April 30 through June 30, 2024. Thanks to Blue Buffalo and Walmart!
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NW Arkansas Super Adoption
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This will be Northwest Arkansas's first multiple-shelter adoption event and it's going to be a doozy! It will feature scores of NWA shelters and rescues and hundreds of pets. More info to come!
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Still have questions?

Get the help you need with common questions about how to care for your cat or dog.

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Looking for help with something else?

Check out our Pet Care Navigator to find answers to your questions about pet care.
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*Pet Care NavigatorTM is a program of NWA PAW, a voluntary association of nonprofit organizations and government animal shelters working toward achieving the mission.