Caring for Pets Stories

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Distemper survivor dog's high-stepping stride

Dog survived distemper as a puppy, but is left with an unusual gait. His mobility ...
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Helping shelter dogs with issues through training and socialization program

Best Friends offers aid to Austin Pets Alive to help shelter dogs with behavioral ...
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Pit bull terrier service dog

Pit bull terrier, with a loving and calm demeanor, finds her calling as a therapy ...
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Canine Life and Social Skills (CLASS) dog training program

Two dogs learn important life skills at Canine Life and Social Skills (CLASS) dog ...
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Goat and pig play dates and enrichment

Piggy Paradise at Best Friends offers the perfect setting for goats and pigs to ha...
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Withdrawn dog experiences love and acceptance

Fifteen dogs come from a situation where their caregiver was overwhelmed and could...
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Tuxedo cat and kittens rescue

Tuxedo cat and her kittens living under a trailer in West Virginia are rescued.
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Playing with pigs

Pigs learn to play fun games that include yummy treats as rewards. This provides t...
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Reconstructive surgery for cat with mouth problem

Young cat with a mouth problem that he may have sustained by biting on an electric...
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Hound mix terrified of the sound of trucks

Hound mix dog terrified of the sound of trucks receives training to form a positiv...
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Program for training horses who have experienced trauma and have other challenges

Workshop geared toward helping horse sanctuaries and rescue organizations help hor...
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Stray cat goes from underfed and skittish to big love bug

Phanty was very skittish when he was rescued off the streets, but now in living in...
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Vicktory dog Lance passes Canine Good Citizen test

Lance the Vicktory dog (former Michael Vick dog) passes his Canine Good Citizen te...
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Neglected former race horse gets TLC at Sanctuary

Former racehorse had been neglected when he could no longer race. He was in bad sh...
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Volunteering at a pig’s pace

Volunteer Brooke Alexander enjoys visiting Best Friends to volunteer with the pigs...
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