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Dedicated animal volunteer for Best Friends

Gail Takahata is an outstanding Best Friends volunteer, who has helped extensively with the Nye County Cat Rescue.
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Heartwarming cat adoptions at event in Phoenix, Arizona

Best Friends Across America held an adoption event in Phoenix, Arizona, that resulted in some heartwarming feline adoptions.
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Saving domestic rabbits abandoned on highway

Domestic bunnies are abandoned along a Utah highway. Best Friends steps in to help.
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'DogTown' episodes 1-3 feature various animal stories

First three episodes of National Geographic program 'DogTown' feature a variety of animal stories from Best Friends Animal Sanctuary. Here's a recap.
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Christmas tree recycling courtesy of rabbits

Wondering what to do with your Christmas tree now that the holidays are over. Real xmas trees make great snacks and chew toys for pet bunnies.
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Pit bull terriers from Michael Vick case adjusting well to life at the Sanctuary

Identities of the pitbulls from the Michael Vick case can't be revealed yet per federal court order. They are adjusting well to life at the Sanctuary.
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'DogTown' TV series about Best Friends to premiere on National Geographic Channel

'DogTown' television series about the dogs we care for at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary is scheduled to premiere on the National Geographic Channel.
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A New Year for Old Friends!

Record adoptions in 2007 from Old Friends, our facility for senior dogs at the sanctuary.
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Animal hoarding: An in-depth look

In-depth look at animal hoarding - institutional and personal cases. With denial at the root of a hoarder's psychology, what is the best treatment?
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'DogTown' TV show on the National Geographic channel

'DogTown' TV series about Best Friends Animal Sanctuary and the homeless animals we save scheduled to begin airing on the National Geographic Channel.
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Cairn terrier and Blue Chihuahua rescued from puppy mill

Cairn terrier and Blue Chihuahua are rescued from a Virginia puppy mill with nearly 200 other dogs. Read their stories.
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Pigs and popcorn

The pigs at the Sanctuary have been enjoying a tasty and healthy new treat: popcorn! They love it!
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22 Michael Vick pit bull terriers coming to Best Friends

Michael Vick fighting pit bulls are coming the Sanctuary for help, healing and rehabilitation. Best Friends is committed to helping abused dogs.
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Pig who loves to eat

Jack the pig, who is a teen in pig years, has an enormous appetite. He loves to eat! His love of eating gets him exercising though, too!
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Michael Vick dogs coming to Best Friends Animal Sanctuary

NFL player Michael Vick sentenced to prison on dog-fighting charges as many of his canine victims prepare to come to Best Friends Animal Sanctuary.
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Best Friends Animal Society - Save Them All

We will reach no-kill in this country in 2025.

Best Friends, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (tax ID# 23-7147797), operates the nation’s largest sanctuary for homeless animals and provides adoption, spay/neuter, and educational programs.

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