Dog Stories

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Husky finds love on two paws

Grant's missing back feet never slow him down, especially when it comes to fi...
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It's not you, it's me

Let's get real about long-term commitment issues, a testimonial from a pet fo...
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Dog goes from diamond in the rough to lighting up an adopter’s life

Emerald was found living on the streets of Los Angeles with incredibly matted hair...
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Puppy beats distemper with the help of two determined foster moms

Felix had a ticket to ride from Houston to Ruff Start Rescue in Minnesota, but whe...
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Dog goes from jumpy and mouthy to sweet and cuddly

Guy's anxiety and exuberance were overwhelming when he first came to Best Fri...
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Shy dog no longer lets fear get in the way of happiness

When Sadie first came to Best Friends, she was so timid she wouldn't let most...
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Once overlooked and out of time, senior pit bull terrier is now happy at home

Rocco's days were numbered until Outta the Cage stepped in and gave him all t...
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Rambunctious pup lands her dream home in NYC

Matthew and Ry decided to stop postponing joy and adopt the dog they'd been d...
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Cat and dog BFFs adopted together

Cassiopeia and Pedro lost their home and ended up together at a shelter, but it wa...
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5 dogs who changed their adopters’ lives

In honor of National Dog Day, read these five stories about dogs who inspired and ...
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Video diary of a Dogtown caregiver

Dogtown caregiver, Alaina, introduces us to some of her favorite dogs and we visit...
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Dog named Bear is just right for his new home

Bear spend much of his life in and out of shelters, but he fit right into his new ...
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First a dog found confidence, then she found a home

When Ann Perkins came to the Best Friends she was so scared she hid from everyone,...
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From tiny to mighty: Two by Two Rescue helps pets across Alabama

From its beginnings in a garage, this rescue organization grew to save thousands o...
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Pulling an all-nighter to welcome newborn puppies

When pregnant Laverne arrived at Best Friends, she was really waddling, but within...
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