Dog Stories

Gemma had a medical record longer than she was tall, but all she ever wanted was love and she finally found it.

These dogs are living their best lives in the summer sun.

Ralph's person for 14 years bonds with his new adopters over stories of his past and present, as well as plenty of cute pictures.

Couple steps up to foster a very shy dog and gets a whole lot of assistance from their live-in dog expert, Dandelion.

Hanz and his endless energy were too much for most people, but he found his niche in a family with two young kids.

A virtual first date becomes a committed relationship for a dog and a couple that traveled 200 miles to meet her.

A sensitive, quirky Chihuahua teaches his foster mom how to live life in the present.

Ariadne's first sleepover hosted by TV star Mayim Bialik was extra-special, and then things got even better.

Watch what happens when a rogue band of puppies takes over the Roadhouse.

Sweet mama dog from the Navajo Nation finds a home where she's getting all the love and affection she once gave her puppies.

Reserve some time to celebrate Best Friends day by volunteering or fostering, adopting a pet or showing your appreciation for the staff at your local shelter.

Chipper came to Best Friends with paralyzed hind legs, but with lots of medical help he was able to ditch his spiffy wheelchair and make a full recovery.

Six-year-old pittie finds a BFF at Best Friends who not only "gets" him, but also helped him find a sweet home.

Zoey's leash reactivity was such a challenge for adopters that she kept getting returned, until one day she met a family committed to helping her master new skills.

Senior dog with limited vision lands a home where his quirks are celebrated.