Julie Castle's Blog

In the midst of this global pandemic, the only viable path forward is kindness.

Yo-Yo Ma's "songs of comfort" inspire us to think about the comforting rhythms and melodies in animal welfare that…

Out of the coronavirus crisis comes a reimagining of how communities relate to pets in need.

Best Friends community kindness cards and other creative resources help support our neighbors and local pets during shelter-in-…

Enjoy daily Facebook Live events with the animals at Best Friends.

Local, state and federal levels of government must consider the needs of pets

Best Friends has compiled loads of resources to help shelters and rescue groups continue to save lives during the pandemic.

Best Friends offers guidance to lawmakers to help keep pets safe as communities are asked to shelter in place

Communities coming together for people and pets

Information you need to know

Best Friends' new 2025 Action Team is empowering thousands of individuals through grassroots advocacy efforts to create…

Lawmakers hear testimony to include $50 million in budget to take the state to no-kill

The Sanctuary is a place where you'll feel welcome, at peace and connected.

Oscars speech highlights kindness to animals

Best Friends' embed program, Maddie's Fund® and shelter staff's determination result in a 90% live outcome rate…