Salt Lake City Stories

Russ Duszak, a commercial pilot, and his wife, Elizabeth, have volunteered in animal care, done transports, worked events, and fostered kittens for 17 years.

Kitten with an injured paw finds a new best friend in Simon the dog

Herman was just weeks old when he needed emergency vet care to survive, but today he’s recovered and in his new home.

Canelo doesn’t get around well and he’s incontinent, but thanks to special therapies and lots of playtime he’s growing stronger each day.

Java has spina bifida and had difficulty walking when she came to Best Friends, but today the Chihuahua has found her stride.

Dandelion is traveling across the country with her adopters, proving that home is where the heart is.

Jeff Harris took a sabbatical from his career, so he could help both people and pets.

Rumi was in rough shape and was the weight of a deck of cards when she came to Best Friends. She’s still tiny, but mighty — and mighty healthy, too.

What does it take to help a cat heal from severe skin allergies? Persistence, patience and a team of determined people.

Ben Richards has dedicated his life to service and channels his faith into helping homeless pets in Salt Lake City.

Pepper is the picture of resiliency after a traumatic past

Merlot was homeless and needed emergency surgery, but now she’s helping her new person cope with anxiety and PTSD.

With a difficult first two months behind her, Valentina shakes off adversity for a bright future and a home of her own.

Meet a puppy who can’t believe she got adopted, a cat who snuggles her sloth toy and more pets with new families.

Benedict’s hind legs are paralyzed due to spina bifida, but that doesn’t stop him from loving life in his new home.