Texas Stories

A look at the progress toward no-kill nationwide — from the states that are already no-kill to the ones furthest from that goal but still committed.

When animals needed help, these everyday heroes stepped in with compassion and creativity and forever changed a few lucky lives.

Four stories show why Best Friends Network Partners truly are the best.

Three Southern, rural shelters are no-kill today because of their programs that save cats rather than kill them.

The power of teamwork and a well-timed push can be unstoppable.

Faced with an overabundance of dogs and cats and a depleted staff, a new shelter manager in Marshall, Texas, got a helping hand to turn things around.

Best Friends and Texas shelters pull together to arrange a 23-hour trip to send more than 100 dogs and cats to new homes.

From a heroic dog to a stowaway kitten, these stories highlight heartwarming rescues, adoptions, and life-changing connections.

Daisy and her puppies have bright futures thanks to the power of teamwork and short-term fostering.

Judy had everyone convinced she was a scaredy cat, but everything changed when she went into a foster home.

A mindset to save lives means large animal shelters are maintaining no-kill even when the going gets tough.

From a community coming together to find a missing dog to a tree trimmer who rescues stuck felines, these kind acts will warm your heart.

Best Friends grants and dozens of organizations coming together give second chances to hundreds of dogs at Dallas Animal Services.

These Best Friends Network Partners are proving how together we can save the lives of more homeless cats and dogs.