Los Angeles Stories

Volunteer Sharon G. with a dog at Best Friends in Los Angeles

Our "Best Friend" Honored Volunteer: Sharon G.

Shardon has a special knack for working with our shy dogs and has really helped th...
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NKLA cat volunteer Mollie holding a rooster

Our "Best Friend" Honored Volunteer: Mollie L.

Volunteering with our cats at the NKLA pet adoption center for more than a year, M...
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Two pit bull terriers adopted by one family

Two sweet and gentle pit bull terriers are adopted by one family at the NKLA Super...
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Our "Best Friend" Honored Volunteer: Bailey B.

Bailey goes above and beyond to help out the staff and the dogs at NKLA!
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L.A. volunteer Connie snuggling a cat

Our "Best Friend" Honored Volunteer: Connie M.

Connie's love for cats and desire to give back has been a tremendous help to our e...
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Anna Chan

Our "Best Friend" Honored Volunteer: Anna C.

Anna is a tremendous help to our cat care team and we greatly appreciate her commi...
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Emergency surgery saves a cat’s life

Sick pregnant cat has lifesaving surgery at Best Friends Los Angeles. Though her k...
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#Freedom100? More like #Freedom600

Best Friends subsidized $10 animal adoptions at LAAS shelters as part of #Freedom1...
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Kitty yoga: Feline physical and spiritual masters

Inspiring photos of cats doing yoga are sure to inspire you in your own yoga pract...
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Keeping the youngest cats safe during kitten season

Safe at Home program in Los Angeles teaches people how to foster and care for kitt...
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Our "Best Friend" Honored Volunteer: Todd R.

One of our most dedicated volunteers, Todd R has completed every training we offer...
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Best Friends & Los Angeles Animal Services Partner to Offer $10 Adoptions and Tips to Keep Pets SafeThroughout the Holiday

#Freedom100 Promotion to Save Lives During July 4th Weekend

Best Friends & Los Angeles Animal Services Partner to Offer $10 Adoptions and Tip...
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A record-breaking weekend for Los Angeles pets

Rescue dogs and cats for adoption were available at the NKLA Super Adoption June 4...
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Our "Best Friend" Honored Volunteer: Paulina G.

Volunteering for three years, Paulina has been a tremendous help to our dog care t...
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Dog behavior solutions help a fearful German shepherd mix find a home

Aggressive behavior poses challenge for German shepherd, but with training he make...
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