Dog Stories

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New numbers reveal great progress being made toward no-kill

Our current research indicates 5,500 dogs and cats are being killed (euthanized) i...
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Inspirational puppy is one of a kind

Inspirational puppy with birth defects -- crooked nose, overbite, and fused joints...
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USDA removes online database critical to animal welfare work

The USDA online database has been taken down. This was an Invaluable tool to resea...
Julie Castle Blog
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From a life in a fighting ring to a happy dog adoption story

Rescued from a dog fighting ring, Margo the pit bull goes on to be adopted into a ...
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Foster a pet, even if it’s just for a weekend

Dog fostering program at Best Friends in Los Angeles helps staff learn more about ...
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Pet promotions save lives

Bring Joy national pet adoption promotion exceeds expectations, with over 11,000 c...
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Give Love for a happy Valentine’s Day

Through Valentine's Day, adopt a dog or cat for only $14. Learn more about this sp...
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Best Friends Super Bowl 2017: Puppies vs. kittens

The animal Super Bowl of Cuteness in 2017 features the most adorable photos of kit...
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Fun in the snow at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary

Cute and endearing images of dogs, horses and a feline enjoying the snow and cold ...
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Love letter to a dog

A bulldog who was scared of men is adopted by two men.
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Vicktory dog Denzel says goodbye

Former Michael Vick dog Denzel has died. He will be missed by all who knew him, bu...
Julie Castle Blog
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Former fighting dog becomes family’s sweet one and only

Former fighting dog who has babesia blood parasite cannot live with other dogs due...
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Nine years in: How the Vicktory dogs helped change the future for millions of dogs

After Michael Vick dogs were given a second chance, people and policymakers around...
Julie Castle Blog
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Senior cocker spaniels bring joy

With a grant from Best Friends, Rocky Mountain Cocker Rescue helps senior cocker s...
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The Vicktory dogs: Nine years later

Where are the Michael Vick dogfighting dogs nearly 10 years later? Read updates on...
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