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!

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Beyond the Walk: Creative Enrichment for your Dog
Feb 26
Find ways to relieve your dog's boredom and enrich their days in this free online seminar with Best Friends trainer, Dani Rakestraw.
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Seed Starting: How to Grow Your Own Groceries… and Treats for Your Pets!
Feb 28
Learn to grow groceries, and treats for your pets, from seed!
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Loteria Night
Feb 28 Mar 01
Join Best Friends for a fun evening of Loteria, or Mexican Bingo, and adoptable pets!

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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