Salt Lake City Stories

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Adventure cat discovers the world on hiking trails

When they explore the great outdoors, Rafa’s adopters take him along for the ride
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Volunteer’s help proves invaluable for homeless pets in 2020

For her dedication to helping Best Friends in Utah have an incredibly successful y...
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2020: A record-breaking year for Best Friends in Utah

When the COVID-19 pandemic reached Salt Lake City, foster volunteers helped Best F...
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A lot of love and a little patience help an injured, scared kitten

Olivier was injured and scared when she arrived at Best Friends, but after getting...
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Cat is ready to hop into 2021 on two legs

Rexie Roo's adopter reflects on life with her wonder cat and how he's taught her s...
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Despite her difficult past, this dog is kind to everyone she meets

Max sustained permanent nerve damage after being shot in the foot, but letting the...
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7 reasons to be thankful for pets

From making us smile to helping us put things in perspective, we all have countles...
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Kitten with lymphoma lives life to the fullest

Harry may have lymphoma, but that doesn't stop him from working his magic and maki...
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Despite his special needs, this kitten was born to be happy

Waffle the kitten doesn't walk on his hind legs, but thanks to foster homes and ac...
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Surrogate momma cat’s love helps kitten tackle the world on three legs

Love from a foster mom and a momma cat helps a kitten overcome a serious injury an...
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Secrets behind a Salt Lake County animal shelter’s success

West Valley City Animal Services has been no-kill for years and now the shelter is...
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Secrets behind a Salt Lake City animal shelter’s success

West Valley City Animal Services has been no-kill for years and now the shelter su...
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How a sweet senior cat found his way to treats, sunshine and a new home

After losing his home at age 20, Sam seemed ready to give up on life, but his fost...
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Big Utah mountains no match for a dog with a paralyzed leg

A dog named Long John Silver may have an immobilized hind leg, but that hasn't slo...
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Diary of a foster dog

Learn all about Mustard and her journey from living on the streets to life in a ho...
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