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!
Upcoming events
Ready to have fun and save lives? There’s always something happening here at Best Friends in Northwest Arkansas. Join us!
Start your week with a little creativity and a lot of good company!
The biggest pet adoption event of the year is just around the corner!
The biggest pet adoption event of the year is just around the corner! Best Friends' Super Adoption will showcase hundreds of adoptable dogs and cats from rescues and shelters all across the region.
This year's Super Adoption, scheduled for Saturday, November 14, from 10 am to 5 pm, is a single-day extravaganza of lifesaving. It will take place at the Campus Plaza on the beautiful grounds of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, and will feature local vendors, prizes, food, music, and of course, lots of adorable, adoptable pets who are looking for homes just like yours.
Last year's Super Adoption helped more than 230 pets find homes, including every cat at the event.
Let us know you're planning to attend, and we'll send you reminders before the event so you don't miss out on any of the fun. Plus, we’ll keep you in the loop with heartwarming rescue stories, fun events, and other ways to get involved.
The biggest pet adoption event of the year is just around the corner!
Unroll your mat and find your flow alongside an adoptable pet!
Your dog deserves the very best, so why not learn to create an appealing, safe, and delicious "Barkuterie" board for your beloved pooch?
Join us for a unique evening of creativity and compassion at our "Paint a Pet" night, where art meets heart!
Join us for a unique evening of creativity and compassion at our "Paint a Pet" night, where art meets heart! This event is tailored for adults and is perfect for both seasoned artists and beginners alike. All supplies will be provided. Paint with Purpose: You’ll have the opportunity to paint one of the bright faces of our adoptable animals looking for a home! Any artist level is encouraged to come and paint a portrait of any of our adoptable animals that will go home with their future adopter. BYOB!: Feel free to bring a drink or snacks to enjoy as you paint, we'll have limited options to drink for attendees. Don't forget to bring a friend to enjoy the food and fun with! Meet the Models: Get to know the pets you’ll be painting! Before we begin, you’ll have the chance to meet and learn about the furry friends who will be featured in your artwork. Tickets: This event is FREE, but spaces are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot early. Let’s paint a brighter future for our pets, one brushstroke at a time.
Step into a world where magic meets compassion at Cat’s Eye: Metaphysical Fair, a unique community event hosted at Best Friends Pet Resource Center!
Step into a world where magic meets compassion at Cat’s Eye: Metaphysical Fair, a unique community event hosted at Best Friends Pet Resource Center!
Join us for a day of mystical discovery, healing energy, and heart-centered connection — all in support of our furry friends waiting to find their loving homes.
Join Best Friends Animal Society for Kitty Bingo: a meow-velous twist on a classic game!
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.
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.