Houston Stories

A young German shepherd with overwhelming energy fits right into her new family.

From teaching cats to “talk,” to creating videos that inspire others to get involved, these volunteers prove there are many ways to support pets in shelters.

Best Friends teams up with shelters from coast to coast to collect supplies and recruit foster volunteers just in time for kitten season.

A big, black senior dog named Patch needed heartworm treatment and a new home, and eventually he got both

When a family looking for a young dog up for adventure and fun reached out to Best Friends, the team helped Quincy make a great first impression.

As Gracie Lou fills her new Lopez family home with love and laughter, she’s also formed a special connection with their son Michael, who has autism.

Bruce’s size, excessive energy and lack of manners were three strikes against him until he met a patient foster person who helped him find his match in the Lone Star State.

Now that Bob and Penny Burleson have retired from demanding careers, they can finally focus on a cause dear to their hearts ― helping save Houston’s homeless pets.

Pit bull terrier lost her home and landed in a shelter, but now life is better than ever.

This holiday season, take a moment to appreciate the many ways that pets make a difference in our lives.

A once-fearful dog slowly learns to trust, with the help of a very kind and understanding adopter.

The Masons see fostering dogs as a family affair, but fifth grader Kai is at the center of helping big dogs and puppies thrive.

Two friends in Houston stepped up to foster a German shepherd and her 14 puppies in a one-bedroom apartment, making it possible to save their lives.

Catching up with families who adopted cats and dogs last year during the coronavirus pandemic

John Tindall shares his story about the unexpected joys and lessons learned from being a first-time kitten foster dad.