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Passage of legislation moves the state one step closer to a day when no breed can be banned.

Shenzi and Bonsai survived two life-threatening diseases, and now they’re finally getting to enjoy puppyhood.

An energetic puppy with a broken leg receives crate rest and lots of love in her foster home.

There is nothing Maryanne Pagonis wouldn’t do for her beloved dog Rosie — nor for Best Friends for bringing the two of them together.

Katt won the hearts of everyone he met, including an adopter who had no plans to adopt a cat the day she met him.

A devoted animal lover pursues her dream of becoming a house-call veterinarian.

Best Friends and several other organizations came together to take in 32 cats and nine dogs from Apple Valley Animal Services in a single day.

After being adopted, Ethel and Skylar are living in a pigeon paradise and getting comfortable snuggling up to their new people.

Here are 20 stories celebrating pets who love their people unconditionally and bring comfort and joy.

Tinker Toy came to Best Friends with chronic fractures in both front legs, but today she’s all play and love.

By changing the way staff members evaluate dogs, Helping Hands Humane Society gains valuable skills for saving more lives.

Savannah was shy and had a bad skin condition — two issues that only strengthened a couple’s resolve to help her.

Minnie left the Sanctuary for a life full of adventure with her new family.

Honey was shy and shut down when she came to the Sanctuary, but in her new home with a new dog friend she’s learning it’s OK to relax and be herself.

Vicki Williams loves mentoring new volunteers and being a matchmaker for adopters and their feline friends.