Dog Stories

Bonny the dog with adopters Bevin and Cam

Doggy dating event helps pup find true love

Bonny went from solo to soulmate with the help of a dedicated foster volunteer.
Blind date leads to love
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J.J. McMahon and Whitey the dog in front of a metal sculpture of a dog at the Roadhouse

Adventurous dog helps heal adopter’s broken heart

When J.J. McMahon was looking for a furry friend and adventure buddy, he adopted Whitey from Best Friends Animal Sanctuary. He found so much more.
Now a star is born
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Slim the dog running with a rope toy in his mouth

Flyball helps dog go from shy to super-fly

At Best Friends Animal Sanctuary, this once-shy dog learned new skills to become the fun-loving, confident pup he was always meant to be.
Harnessing the power of play
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Lorie Comer holding and kissing a puppy

Meet ‘the puppy lady’

Lorie Comer has fostered 33 dogs and puppies in a matter of months, with no signs of slowing down.
Learn more about her
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Brook the dog wearing a collar and tag

Faces of No-Kill: Pup steals his way into hearts and home

Call 911: Someone stole another heart — a furry, canine someone who didn’t let a serious medical condition get in the way of charming everyone he met.
Routine leads to his best life
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Logan and Doug the dogs lying next to each other on a raised bed outside

Pit bull terriers living the good life in Miami

With the lifting of a 33-year pit bull ban last fall, more dogs are getting second chances to go home in Florida’s most populous county.
New lives and opportunities available now
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Group of people with some puppies outside one of the buildings in Cat World

Unexpected guests bunk at Cat World

How 14 puppies ended up (temporarily) at the part of Best Friends Animal Sanctuary where cats usually rule.
A fun experience for everyone
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Kookie the dog posing with Valentine's Day props

Young mama dog gets serendipitous happy ending

After being found as a pregnant stray in Texas, Kookie’s story comes full circle.
It was meant to be
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David Reilly sitting on a couch with Rex the dog

Faces of No-Kill: Dog springs into new life on 3 legs

After having his leg amputated due to a severe injury, Rex charmed his way into his caregivers’ hearts — and a new home.
Now he's living his best life
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Skylar Clark holding Grunt the puppy

How a Texas family became heroes for sick puppies

Young Skylar Clark and her family opened their home and hearts to dogs with parvovirus — a labor of love to support pets through their local shelter.
Legacy’s Legacy now saving lives
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Huckleberry the puppy lying on a multicolored blanket

Puppies go from flaky to floofy with TLC

When three puppies came to Best Friends with severe mange, it took vet care plus loving foster homes to get them on the road to recovery and new homes.
Read how the Berry Bunch overcomes their challenges
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Friday the collie kissing Killeen's chin

Collie’s long journey home

This stray-turned-star’s new life is filled with so much fun and joy that it always feels like Friday.
Now he's a true adventure buddy
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Person holding Pioneer the puppy in her hands

Swift action saves miracle puppy

When Pioneer arrived at the Sanctuary, she was barely breathing. Now she’s thriving thanks to the quick action and dedication of her caregivers.
At the right place at the right time
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Magnus the dog in a person's lap

Magnanimous dog blossoms in foster care

Magnus’ foster caregivers showed this senior dog just how wonderful life can be.
Now his spirit shines
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Alex on the floor with Ducky the dog

Life is just ducky for once-shy pup

Find out how Ducky’s dedicated adopters took her from fearful to free.
Now she enjoys adventures
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