Faces of No-Kill Stories

Peridot used to swat away affection with hisses and growls. Now she’s home, snuggling with her adopters and shining like the gem she’s named after.

Penelope came to Best Friends Animal Sanctuary in rough shape with more than 50 other cats. But her sweet, spunky spirit and lots of TLC saved the day.

Doug’s future is so bright he’s gotta wear shades.

During Stone Cold’s time in treatment for a hole in his nose, this charming gray tabby won over everyone he met — including his surgeon.

Jessie went from a heartworm patient to a Las Vegas showgirl after a chance meeting with out-of-town guests.

Battleship, a tabby cat with diabetes, went from shy and struggling to proud and playful thanks to foster volunteers who truly understood him.

Cats from an overcrowded home started off timid at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary, but they've learned to embrace love (and treats) from human friends.

Call 911: Someone stole another heart — a furry, canine someone who didn’t let a serious medical condition get in the way of charming everyone he met.

After having his leg amputated due to a severe injury, Rex charmed his way into his caregivers’ hearts — and a new home.

After losing his eyesight in an accident, Jack was adopted by a family who helped him relearn how to navigate the world.

When Pioneer arrived at the Sanctuary, she was barely breathing. Now she’s thriving thanks to the quick action and dedication of her caregivers.

Jessie’s sunny personality helped her overcome myriad medical challenges and become a beloved cat at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary.

Nova made a stellar transformation thanks to her caregivers and a family who believed in her.

Katrina and Jack knew Lucky Charm was the dog for them, but the timing wasn't right to adopt — until it was, and then they couldn't wait another day.

After undergoing two surgeries and two recoveries, Concord is living the good life at home.