Caring for Pets Stories

Lynx point and Siamese mix cat was hit by a car. A six-hour surgery prevents him from having to have his leg amputated.

Golden retriever dog receives help for his food guarding issues. With special training, he learns to trust people and not act aggressively.

Consistent training and medication help transform Eeyore from a stressed, anxious dog to a friendly, happy canine.

Family overcomes adoption obstacles, including heartworm and negative pitbull stereotypes, with courage and help from Best Friends and our partners.

Cat with panleukopenia is rescued from a hoarding situation. Things were touch and go for a while, but Danny the cat recovered and has been adopted.

Special pit bull "valentine" is adopted during The One adoption campaign, a nationwide Best Friends adoption promotion.

A notoriously cantankerous and ornery (just downright cranky!) cat is adopted into the perfect home in Salt Lake City, Utah.

What Bristol the cat needed wasn't surgery for a fractured pelvis, but a little rest and relaxation.

Pica, an eating disorder that causes dogs to eat non-food items like dirt, stones, blankets, towels and toys, can't stop one dog from playing anymore.

Basic obedience training lays the groundwork for fun, games and (eventually) a home for Yorkie.

Seizures and circling, symptoms of his brain issue, don't stop Julius the dog from enjoying life.

Zinc the cat is the perfect big brother and role model for homeless kittens, including special-needs youngsters. He helps socialize them.

Sweet, friendly and good-natured Chihuahua adopted from Best Friends in Los Angeles becomes a superstar therapy dog.

Gregory the parrot started plucking his feathers due to anxiety and boredom. He may have few feathers, but this bird has lots personality and charm.

Senior terrier mix with autoimmune polyarthritis (arthritis in multiple joints) finds perfect committed adopters.