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Black, brown and white dog with upright ears

Reinstate funding and staff positions at Los Angeles Animal Services

Tax dollars should not fund the killing of dogs and cats in shelters.
Funding and staffing should be dedicated to lifesaving
Julie Castle Blog
David Reilly sitting on a couch with Rex the dog

Faces of No-Kill: Dog springs into new life on 3 legs

After having his leg amputated due to a severe injury, Rex charmed his way into his caregivers’ hearts — and a new home.
Now he's living his best life
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Friday the collie kissing Killeen's chin

Collie’s long journey home

This stray-turned-star’s new life is filled with so much fun and joy that it always feels like Friday.
Now he's a true adventure buddy
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Misty the cat on a patterned cushion with white background

Cat celebrates sweet 16 in loving home

Misty went home just in time for this milestone birthday, highlighting the love and joy that come with adopting senior pets.
Now every day is a celebration
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Nova the calico cat wearing a collar with a blue tag

Faces of No-Kill: Super Nova the cat shines in home

Nova made a stellar transformation thanks to her caregivers and a family who believed in her.
Now she's finally home
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Magnus the dog in a person's lap

Magnanimous dog blossoms in foster care

Magnus’ foster caregivers showed this senior dog just how wonderful life can be.
Now his spirit shines
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Kimchi the dog lying on a couch with Hadley and Gereth, all smiling

Faces of No-Kill: Homeless dog gets storybook ending

After working with trainers to channel her energy and intelligence, Kimchi met the family she was destined to join.
She's now home
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Diana Ross the dog, very happy outside with a person sitting next to her

Diana Ross the dog finds her endless love

Ain’t no mountain high enough to keep a once-stray dog from getting to a new home, thanks to a dedicated foster caregiver.
Second time’s a charm
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Person walking a heeler-type dog outside

Public support is the answer to Los Angeles Animal Services' crisis

Angelenos are a largely untapped reservoir of support for shelter pets.
Urge Los Angeles Animal Services to engage the public
Julie Castle Blog
Selfie of Victor with Dakota the dog whose tongue is out

Faces of No-Kill: Beloved senior dog goes home

After bouncing from place to place for a decade, Dakota finally has the stability and unconditional love she deserves.
Now life is all about the simple pleasures
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Three kittens swaddled in gray and orange cloths

‘Purrito’ kitten, then and now

Meeko is all grown up and still a celebrity — in his own home.
See how he's grown
Best Friends Magazine
Mark Wahlberg with the dog who is the star in the "Arthur the King" movie at the premier

All roads lead home

Upcoming film 'Arthur the King' is inspiration to adopt a pet.
Read more about the film
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Tina Turner the dog, lying on the floor, being hugged by a person

Foster home is simply the best for mama dog and pups

What’s love got to do with it? How a dog named Tina Turner and her puppies were a case of foster love at first sight for an 11-year-old girl.
She now has a new name and home
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Spots the dog lying on the floor with eyes closed and mouth open smiling with Ellie behind him petting his chest

Senior dog finds love on the beaches of California

Spots came to Best Friends with an aggressive form of cancer and captured the heart of his foster person.
Read about their deep connection
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Shadow the dog with Ryan and another person at Angel Canyon

14 pet adoption stories to make you believe in love

See how much unconditional love and companionship adoptable pets have to offer.
Feel the love
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