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Epic number of pet adoptions in New York City
A record 284 animals were adopted from the Best Friends Lifesaving Center in New York City in one month.
See their happy faces
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Regal red tabby cat is king of his adopter’s heart
Reds was feeling blue due to an ear infection when he came to Best Friends, but now he’s basking in love in his new home.
Read about the next chapter in his life
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Good news from animal shelters across the country
Need a mood boost? These cat and dog stories should do the trick.
Read their happy stories
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11 happy pet tales from national adoption weekend
Best Friends’ first national adoption weekend of 2023 finds loving homes for thousands of pets.
Meet some happy new families
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New Yorker finds stress relief in volunteering with pets
Nursing student David Sprague fosters dogs, is a volunteer driver, and considers the Best Friends Lifesaving Center in New York City his happy place.
Read what inspires him
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Cat conquers ringworm, finds confidence in foster home
Savannah was shy and had a bad skin condition — two issues that only strengthened a couple’s resolve to help her.
Read about her overcoming challenges
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NYC volunteer is a feline matchmaker
Vicki Williams loves mentoring new volunteers and being a matchmaker for adopters and their feline friends.
Read what inspires her to volunteer
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Cat teaches adopter that every day is a gift
Fluff Fluff has a serious heart condition, but that doesn’t stop her from playing, loving, and living life to the fullest.
How her story helped find her a home
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From finance exec to service for animals
Lisa Zarek supports new volunteers, coaches foster caregivers, and connects with shelters, all without leaving home.
Read what motivates her to volunteer
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Cat’s no-touch preference is no problem for adopter
Lorcan isn’t always comfortable being petted. In his new home, his need for space isn’t just tolerated, it’s celebrated.
See how he fits right in
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Cat gains a home, loses pounds
Lilibet came to Best Friends overweight, and that was impacting her health. But now she’s inspiring her adopters to slim down, too.
Read about her weight loss journey
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Cat proves it’s never too late to begin again
Senior cat Suzie came to Best Friends looking and feeling worse for the wear, but today she’s feeling better and loving her new home.
Read about her second chance
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The Other One
Meet Pepper, an athletic, larger-than-life dog, and Fernie, who is none of the above.
How a stray dog becomes family
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A New York feline fairy tale
Cinderella was down on her luck when she came to Best Friends, but today she’s living a life fit for a princess.
Read about her happily ever after
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Blind, deaf kitten shows the meaning of resilience
Midnight had a rough start, but after vets saved his life twice, he’s proven it’s often darkest just before dawn.
See how he's doing now
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