Sanctuary Stories

Captain was returned from every home he had and diagnosed with two heart conditions and cancer. But thanks to inspiration from Best Friends co-founder Faith Maloney, he’s now home for good.

Petunia’s back legs don’t move well, but her days are so full of cozy cuddles and piggy piles that she doesn’t even notice.

Best Friends participates in clinical trials of potentially lifesaving antiviral treatments for cats.

Samara went from hissing and growling to cuddly and confident with help from his new friends at Cat World.

Feeling the holiday blues? Meet Hannah and Elton, dogs with a chronic condition called brucellosis, who are best known for their capacity for love and happiness.

Things looked grim for Emmett when he lost his mother shortly after he was born, but with his new family flock, this lamb is thriving.

A volunteer met Woodrow at Best Friends six years ago, never forgot him and now he’s living his golden years at home with her.

Cockatoo lived in distress for a long time, but now he’s all about dancing and shouting his name with joy

Willow worked for two decades, and now she’s soaking up the sweet life without responsibilities and loving it.

Edna is wobbly, blind and had severe trauma reactions that seemed like seizures, but thanks to vet care and her foster family, she’s like a new dog.

Jake was on a shelter’s euthanasia list before coming to Best Friends, but in his new home, he’ll make a difference for people — with play therapy.

A tiny, orphaned bird gets a second chance at Best Friends

Instagram is the spot for charming characters, exciting adventures and good-time goofs, and these big dogs will fit right in.

Life can get overwhelming for Elvis, but sleepovers with friends ensure this hound dog isn’t “cryin’ all the time.”

If they fit, they sit.