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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$10 adoptions through Dec. 31st
Dec 01 Dec 31
Just in time for the holidays! Adoption fees for all pets are just $10 all month long!
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Book Reading: Latke the Lucky Dog & Hanukkah-themed crafts
Dec 17 Dec 23
Enjoy a reading of this heartwarming holiday book with Best Friends and PJ Library. Then enjoy some fun crafts and activities!
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Kitty Bingo!
Dec 19 Dec 20
Play Bingo with cats and kittens! Sign up to play, purr, and win prizes!
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Pawliday Party
Dec 20 Dec 21
Celebrate the season with pets, crafts, treats, and fun at the Best Friends Pet Resource Center!
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Holiday Cozy Hour with Harp and Hot Chocolate
Dec 21 Dec 21
Drop by the Best Friends Pet Resource Center this Saturday and relax to a magical harp performance!

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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