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South Dakota, that howling you hear is the sound of independence

It’s time to celebrate South Dakota Pit Bull Independence Day, as Senate Bill 75 b...
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Helping special dogs go home

One Tail at a Time, a foster-based rescue organization in Chicago, Illinois, recei...
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Pit bull terrier initiatives progress

We are making progress to educate the public about the plight of pit bulls and cha...
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The best in the bunch

Best Friends champions pets in their best years....
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Back in Black promo breaks barriers

Back in Black dog and cat adoption event highlights black pets. Read adoption stor...
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Puppy mill initiatives progress

We have made progress in drive to shut down puppy mills, though movement is still ...
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How are we doing?

As a mission-driven organization, tracking our progress with detailed metrics serv...
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The cost accounting of shelter killing in Texas

Recent Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners' ruling could force shelte...
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Vets vs. pets

Alabama State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners goes after lead vet of nonprof...
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Dog with mange and ehrlichiosis gets help

Frighted and submissive dog suffering from mange and ehrlichiosis, a tick-borne di...
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California shelter bill pulled amid controversy

Amid controversy, California AB 2343, which would have updated te Hayden Act, was ...
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Successful no-kill strategy more than one tactic

No-kill programs include many elements, though detractors sometimes make no-kill p...
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Update on California shelter bill

Best Friends has concerns over California AB 2343, the proposed law to update the ...
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German shepherd gets a happy new life

Athletic and smart German shepherd dog has a tough time finding a home because of ...
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BREAKING: Utah governor signs Best Friends BDL preemption bill

Utah governor signs HB 97, prohibiting any local government in the state from enac...
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