Chocolate Lab is doting foster mom to tiny kittens
When it comes to fostering kittens, one family is getting help from Penny, their Labrador retriever
When it comes to fostering kittens, one family is getting help from Penny, their Labrador retriever
Shelters all over the country are beginning to embrace the power of community-supported lifesaving
Rachael Ray Save Them All Grant, a catalyst for more services to Georgia’s rural shelters, helps save more lives
Meet Leopold, a working cat who naps on the job at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary
Adopter provides the play-by-play on how patience and kindness helped her timid cat gain confidence
Dog’s missing back feet never slow him down, especially when it comes to finding a family.
Emerald was found as a stray in Los Angeles with incredibly matted hair, but after getting cleaned up she found a home where she can shine
Steak managed to charm everyone in his Los Angeles foster home, including someone 1,500 miles away who decided to adopt him
Bald, beautiful and one of the most affectionate cats ever to grace the Sanctuary, Tivoli is happy in a new home
25th annual event opens avenues for walkers to raise much-needed funds to save pets
Felix had a ticket to ride from Houston to Ruff Start Rescue in Minnesota, but when distemper postponed his plans, a team came together to help him get healthy again
Guy’s anxiety and exuberance were overwhelming when he first came to Best Friends, but training and a foster home uncovered his softer side
Engaging reflections on how our feline friends enrich our lives
Three cats caught in the flames of a wildfire haven’t let burns stop them from looking for love
When Sadie first came to Best Friends, she was so timid she wouldn’t let most people near her, but today she’s blossomed into a confident dog
Rocco’s days were numbered until Outta the Cage stepped in and gave him all the time in the world to get adopted
Waffle the kitten doesn’t walk on his hind legs, but thanks to foster homes and acupuncture he gets around just fine
When Donna lost her two horses, it felt like it would be a long time before she was ready for another, but now she’s back in the saddle
Matthew and Ry decided to stop postponing joy and adopt the dog they’d been dreaming of since the day they met her
Actor adopts his celebrity namesake cat from a Virginia shelter
Sassy the cat went from life as a mascot and working cat at a feed store to cushy retirement with cat lover Armando Resendez
Love from momma cat and foster mom helps kitten overcome a serious injury and thrive on three legs
Fifteen years after Hurricane Katrina, one of the last surviving cats at the Sanctuary has just been adopted
Cassiopeia and Pedro lost their home and ended up together at a shelter, but it was only a hot minute before they were adopted ― together
Maxine’s sore paws and heavy body meant she could barely walk, but today she’s slimmed down and feeling better than ever
In honor of National Dog Day, read these five stories about dogs who inspired and changed the lives of their adopters forever
How a kitty with scabies went through a transformation worthy of a fairy tale, thanks to the magic of love (and medicine)
Frankie is deaf and can’t see well, but he loves people so much he can barely contain his excitement
Shelters seek foster homes to help weather this summer’s kitten season
When Marmaduke arrived, he had pressure sores and very little muscle in his back legs, but with room to move now, he’s getting stronger every day
Arm yourself with advice from experienced kitten foster volunteers, then jump into the deep end of life with kittens
West Valley City Animal Services has been no-kill for years and now the shelter supports others so they can get there, too
Riley’s too shy to talk in front of us at the Parrot Garden, but she tries out all the new words she’s learning when she thinks no one is listening
Bear spent much of his life in and out of shelters, but he fit right into his new life with Brandon and a dog brother who looks just like him
When Fenway needed a companion to help build her confidence, Stax was the perfect dog for the job and he’s loving his new friend
Newborn kittens and their momma overcome the odds and a case of ringworm in northwest Arkansas
A guide to discovering the spiritual agreements between our souls and those of our animal companions
Celebrating International Cat Day on August 8 with some of our favorite cat stories of the year
A memoir of the transformative power of loving dogs
When Ann Perkins came to Best Friends in Atlanta, she was so scared that she hid from everyone, but with help she learned the world isn’t so scary after all
From its beginnings in a garage, this rescue organization grew to save thousands of pets and became one of the largest foster-based groups in the state
Chet always craved affection and now that he has a family of his very own, there’s no end to the cuddles
Kitten siblings Charlie and Roxy landed a new home with a New York family that included a dad who never before had cats and three young boys who think the world of them
The cats at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary have a lot to say, but you may want to bring in a translator to interpret what these five cats type
When Fred Rainey retired in 2016, he couldn’t have imagined spending all his time volunteering with homeless dogs — but sometimes life surprises us
When pregnant Laverne arrived at Best Friends, she was really waddling, but within hours there were 11 squirmy new arrivals at Dogtown
Poodles from a hoarding case come to Best Friends in Atlanta for love, much-needed medical care and new homes
When the COVID-19 pandemic began, Amber and Vince Krzys made it their mission to foster Raven and dogs like her who come to the shelter with unknown histories
Kimberly Lawson her daughter, Julia, a teen with autism, have logged more than 275 hours of volunteer time at Best Friends
When longtime animal rescuer Georgia Cameron brought a rescued puppy named Tucker to her dad, novelist W. Bruce Cameron, the little pup had a profound impact on his work
When pranksters Maisy the donkey and Fury the miniature horse are adopted together, hilarity ensues
From capturing them snoozing to taking them out on the town, showing the world how awesome your foster pets are isn’t just fun — it might just them adopted
As a stray, Marble evaded people at every turn, but these days she’s learning the joys of walks and squeaky toys
Rambo may be shy, but that doesn’t stop the tabby cat from living an ‘Insta-worthy’ life with his new brothers
After losing his home at age 20, Sam seemed ready to give up on life, but his foster mom wasn’t about to give up on him
Long John Silver may have an immobilized hind leg, but that hasn’t slowed him down one bit
When behavior stands between a dog and a loving home, training through the advanced behavior program can turn things around
Learn all about Mustard and her journey from living on the streets to life in a home, as told by the dog herself
From water to watermelon, check out how some of the Sanctuary animals are enjoying their summer
Dizzy may be 11, have diabetes, FIV and a reputation for being a bit grouchy, but to her adopters she’s pretty much perfect
Nisha Gross uses her skills as master of ceremonies and business owner to help save Atlanta’s homeless pets
Since the coronavirus pandemic began, Best Friends kicked into high gear to support our 3,000 network partners
Despite the coronavirus pandemic, hundreds of dogs and cats from Texas shelters find homes in Minnesota, Colorado and Illinois
Eliza was always a shy dog, but she’s blossoming in her new home
Confident kitty Rango helps identify cat-approved dogs at the Sanctuary
Cat adopted from Best Friends in Salt Lake City helps family heal after unimaginable loss
Sweet cat has been the best cure for her new person’s loneliness during a time of isolation
Christian Ordonez presented with the Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal for his volunteer work with Best Friends in Salt Lake City
How a partnership between Best Friends in New York and Animal Care Centers of NYC helps pets find homes again after their people became ill or died from COVID-19
The parents of eight-year-old Mila brought some magic to her world by adopting two cats that look just like her favorite stuffed animals
Inspiration to eat, drink and be merry this Fourth of July with three vegan recipes and wine pairings from Rescue Dog Wines
See the art, both good and bad, from animal shelters’ creative fundraisers
Gateway Pet Guardian’s new pet resource center will offer East St. Louis residents everything needed to care for their pets
Severe spondylosis landed Hazel in a shelter, but now she’s living her best life with her new dad
Some cats prefer being pampered, but Meow and Leopold are happiest living the good life with their pig and horse friends
A free wellness clinic and food bank, organized by Friends For Life and funded in part by a Rachael Ray Save Them All Grant, has been so successful that the shelter plans to keep it going
Three tales about embracing joy in troubled times, with help from dogs and cats
See why a Los Angeles couple fell for a shiba inu mix who waited six years for a home
Meet a pet foster dad in Los Angeles who loves helping baby kittens grow up big and strong
A recent adoption created a new home for two very special cats — one who marches when she walks and one who can’t walk at all
When Pan arrived at Best Friends after his person died, he was terrified and the last place anyone expected to find him was curled up and purring on someone’s lap
When friends Marylin Sharp and Bobbie Oldfield aren’t transporting pets to new homes, you can find them volunteering together at Best Friends in Houston
Kyoko Bruguera uses patience and an understanding of cat behavior to help even the most challenging cats feel better and find homes
How one special dog stole the hearts of his superstar foster family
The temperature is rising here at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary, and that means it’s pool season for these excited dogs
1,719 pets from more than 250 Best Friends Network partner organizations found homes during the Find Love Online adoption event
How Mr. Geppetto, a longtime resident at the Best Friends Lifesaving Center in Los Angeles, mastered the art of the Zoom call and had his adopters at ‘hello’
A senior pit bull terrier mix with hypothyroidism gets help breaking bad habits, slims down and gets adopted in the process
How structure and training from a veteran foster volunteer helped an exuberant hound dog go home after being in a shelter for six month
As pet adoption goes virtual, watch how a New York City cat gets matched up with his new family via a video meet-and-greet
The community cat program at Palm Valley Animal Society, started just last July, has already blown past expectations by raising the cat save rate to 90%
A difficult and dangerous job left Gray with PTSD, but she found a kindred spirit in Ralph, a dog who needed her just as much as she needed him
Pandemic schmandemic: Dogs are living it up at the Sanctuary, as well as splashing, spelunking and exploring around southern Utah
Introducing a few of our wild friends who call the Sanctuary home because they can’t be released back to their natural homes
When COVID-19 took world travel off the table, Instagram influencer Claire Rose canceled her trips and adopted a puppy from Best Friends in New York City
Rexie Roo’s front legs were amputated after a serious injury, but not only is he fully recovered, he’s loving his new home
Meet a mama dog and her six healthy, wiggly puppies born in a New York City foster home
Rachael Ray No-Kill Excellence Grants support shelters helping each other
After losing their beloved cat, Dexter, family honors his memory by fostering many, many, many kittens
How Bowling Green, Kentucky, came around for cats with a pilot program for trap-neuter-return