Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Stories

In Inyo County, California, ninth largest county in the nation, a small animal shelter is reorganizing for continued success.

Q&A with Mia Navedo-Williams on connecting Spanish-speaking communities with information about dogs and cats in shelters and how they can save pets’ lives

With guidance from Best Friends, a Texas shelter dramatically increased the number of pets saved in six months, despite a midstream distemper outbreak.

Meet Jordan Powell! Jordan has been in animal welfare for 10+ years. He has worked in shelter medicine, wildlife, exotics, general practice, ER/ICU prior to now being a Neurology Veterinary Technician in Philadelphia.

On the path to a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture

Having survived an abusive childhood, a veterinarian finds fulfillment in his work and discovers his place in the world.

At Best Friends, we use our networks to introduce you to advocates like Kay Oliver who give back to pets and people in their community.

At Best Friends, we use our networks to introduce you to advocates like Olympica Anderson, who give back to pets and people in their community.

Local volunteers play a key role in how Best Friends programs serve dogs, cats, and their people.

At Best Friends, we use our networks to introduce you to advocates like Karyn Swoopes, who give back to pets and people in their community.

At Best Friends, we use our networks to introduce you to advocates like Donovan Dodds, who give back to pets and people in their community.

At Best Friends, we use our networks to introduce you to advocates like Lauren Nembhard, who give back to pets and people in their community.

At Best Friends, we use our networks to introduce you to advocates like Pamela Bryant, who give back to pets and people in their community.

At Best Friends, we use our networks to introduce you to advocates like Skye Oseguera, who give back to pets and people in their community.

At Best Friends, we use our networks to introduce you to advocates like Shakela Brown, who give back to pets and people in their community.