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Woman steps in to save dog from being killed, even though she'd never met him
Woman helps save on dog on the shelter euthanasia list from being killed. He had a leg that needed to be amputated and severely infected eye.
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Parrot with special needs goes home to the lap of luxury—literally
A yellow-headed Amazon parrot, with special needs (she has two legs that are splayed out), is adopted into the perfect loving, accommodating home.
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L.A. Dodgers help a dog with cancer have an epic day at the ballpark
Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner helps a dog with terminal cancer cross an item off his bucket list by playing catch with him.
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Cat finds love after surviving snow, frostbite and a heart condition
Cat found in snow with severe frost bite, requiring amputation of part of his tail, recovers and goes on to be fostered and adopted into loving home.
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Teaching a dog new tricks can be hard, but this incredible dog is learning them in American Sign Language
Deaf dog first masters hand signals and is now learning American Sign Language. Story includes step-by-step instructions on how to teach a dog ASL.
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Parvo nearly took this puppy’s life, but the county shelter stepped in to save her
A puppy sick with parvo disease, a contagious viral infection, is brought to the Harris County Animal Shelter, where she receives the help she needs.
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What’s so wonderful about helping bunnies?
Retired couple visit Best Friends Animal Sanctuary a couple of times a year to volunteer with rabbits. They do everything, from cleaning to snuggling
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Making bucket list items come true for pit bull terrier with terminal cancer
Pit bull with cancer, a fast-growing sarcoma that doesn't respond well to surgery or chemo, is enjoying a happy life in his foster hospice home.
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This dog was once afraid of men, but now he’s man’s best friend
Dog who was scared of guys, barking and lunging at them, changes after a man befriends him, giving him treats, taking him on walks and for car rides.
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Rescued cat who once avoided people now has therapy certification to help those in need
A member of a colony with strays and ferals, one cat turns out to be very friendly and cuddly. She's since been adopted and has become a therapy cat.
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Chubby cheeks are cute on babies, but they’re also adorable on cats
Why do some male cats have big cheeks? Unneutered tomcats often have puffy jowls. Find out why, and see some adorable chub-cheeked cat photos.
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Little dog was sick and shut down at the shelter, but his foster mom helped turn things around
Little shelter dog, with nubby tail and underbite, is treated for heartworm and mange and is now feeling better and being fostered.
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Shelter transformation inspired by one incredible dog
Best Friends dog training workshop helps Ivins Animal Shelter Adoption Center and Santa Clara-Ivins Animal Control in Utah with difficult dogs.
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Four tips to help pets have a happy Fourth of July
Tips for keeping dogs and cats safe and happy this 4th of July. There are also even a few recommendations for horses, rabbits, guinea pigs and birds.
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Program helps juvenile offenders and shelter dogs get a second chance
Teens in Florida correctional facilities train rescued dogs with behavioral issues, a program that started in prisons for adults and has expanded.
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