New York Stories

Goldilocks the cat in a basket with her paw over the side

Faces of No-Kill: A just-right home for persnickety cat

For Goldilocks, home didn’t turn out to be a cottage in the woods. Instead, it was an NYC apartment full of love.
See her now
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Pumba the tortoiseshell cat lying on the floor

Faces of No-Kill: Sassy cat trades swats for snuggles

A cantankerous cat named Pumba now has someone who appreciates her just the way she is.
Pumba is now living her best life
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Person removing a large crate from a transport van

Pets get lifesaving lifts out of Hurricane Milton’s path

When Pinellas County Animal Services in Florida needed help moving animals prior to Hurricane Milton, Best Friends was ready to lend a hand.
Some instant connections were made
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Alex Bowman holding a dog outside the Best Friends Lifesaving Center in New York City in front of his car

Racing to save dogs and cats in shelters

Hendrick Motorsports driver Alex Bowman’s love for his dogs fuels a Best Friends partnership alongside Ally Racing to help pets in shelters go home.
Heling animals in New York City and around the nation
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Smiling do outside on a walk with a person

Heartfelt stories of animals inspiring kindness

From forgiving library fees to a thoughtful token, these stories prove that animals bring out the best in people.
More happy news
Best Friends Magazine
Jack Dugan with Lucky Charm the dog, who is wearing a green jacket

Faces of No-Kill: Senior dog is lucky in love

Katrina and Jack knew Lucky Charm was the dog for them, but the timing wasn't right to adopt — until it was, and then they couldn't wait another day.
It was meant to be
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Childing hugging a brown puppy who is wearing a red bandana

From Times Square with love

Pop-up event in New York City spreads the message to help get pets out of shelters and into homes.
See some puppies and familiar faces
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Cara and Matt smiling and holding Daisy and Gatsby their cats

Sweet stories of people making a difference for animals

From magic tricks for pups in shelters to a feline wedding surprise, these stories of kindness toward animals are sure to uplift and inspire.
Read more for a smile
Best Friends Magazine
Smiling person rubbing the belly of a dog lying on his side

Killing in shelters would end if 6% more people adopted

Best Friends takes over Times Square to bring love home.
Help get more dogs and cats out of shelters and into homes
Julie Castle Blog
Crowd of people outside the New York City adoption event

NYC pets go from shelter to homes

Nearly 60 dogs and cats went home from Animal Care Centers of NYC in a single weekend of Best Friends-sponsored adoptions.
Learn about this huge success
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Pudding the dog with her chin over some items, looking up

Quick response, teamwork save dogs in parvo outbreak

When a New York veterinarian reached out for help during an infectious disease outbreak, Best Friends’ national shelter medicine team was ready to assist.
Partnership controls the outbreak
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Ira Shankman wearing a Best Friends hat and holding Sonny the puppy, who is wearing hos orange bandanna

A puppy’s journey part 2: Puppy Bowl XX

Sonny joins the starting lineup on Team Ruff in Puppy Bowl XX.
He represents well
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Sonny being held by Lilana and Lilyblue with a sign that says, "I heart my adopted dog"

A puppy’s journey part 3: Home

How signing up to foster a puppy changed his new family’s lives — and Sonny’s too
Foster win!
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Two smiling people holding LaBamba the senior dog

10-year-old tiny terrier home at last

La Bamba went from all alone on the streets of New York City to part of a loving family.
He fit right in
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Smiling person wearing an orange Best Friends hat holding a dog balloon in Times Square

Love for pets on display in Times Square

Interactive event in New York City raises awareness about homeless pets and the importance of no-kill.
Animal lovers delighted
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