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Full of inspiration and positivity, Best Friends magazine is full of uplifting tales, gorgeous photos and helpful advice.
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Inspiring, uplifting pet adoption updates
From a dog who has become an adventure buddy, to a cat who scored a feline BFF and a sweet new catio, these stories are cause for celebration.
Enjoy these happy tales
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Bringing joy through random acts of kindness to animals
People who show kindness to cats and dogs (and geese and octopuses, too) are all around us. These stories are proof.
Read for a smile
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The Secret to Happiness, a poem by Venus the dog
A poignant poem for the times, as told by a playful pup at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary.
Read Venus' words of wisdom
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Cats pamper kitten with purrs
After losing her home, an incontinent kitten joins a team of doting feline caregivers in Cat World.
See how she's thriving
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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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Joyous pet adoption updates to brighten your day
A once-homeless dog who now travels the world. A cake-loving cat, and a pup who is helping his family heal. These stories will make you smile.
Celebrate with them
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Laced with grace: Saying goodbye to a beloved dog
Excerpt from 'A Tail of Grace: A Year in Search of Home After the Death of My Soul-Dog.'
Learn about her emotional journey
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Positively precious pet adoption updates
A debonair dog, a canine cardigan, and an adoption to cure doggy depression: These adoption stories will make you smile.
Meet the happy families
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The right tool reunites lost pug with family
The day after officer Sean Bus received a microchip scanner, he put it straight to use.
Wilson's now reunited with his family
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New wave of animal advocates
The first National Action Week for Animals was a huge success.
Now they're making a difference
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Expanding veterinary care in Arkansas
Veterinarian shortage spurs legislation to help more pets.
See how this legislation helps pets
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7 pet adoption stories worth celebrating
A couple of Potatoes and a Berry might not make a meal, but they do make for charming animal adoption tales.
Read about these happy adoptions
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How adopting a dog changed one man’s life
Shadow’s life was saved when he came to Best Friends as a puppy, and he’s been brightening peoples’ lives around him ever since.
Read their story
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Sweet stories of people doing good things for pets
Every day, animal lovers across the country are making a difference through their actions.
See their good deeds
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