Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Stories

Lisa Barton

Community Voices: Lisa Barton

At Best Friends, we use our networks to introduce you to advocates like Lisa Barto...
See what she said about the importance of community collaboration
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Keith Slim-Tolagai with a dog on his lap, sitting in the open door of a transport van

Lifesaving rides for pets in Navajo Nation

Hundreds of dogs and cats each month find a fresh start in a new place, one drive ...
Read about their transports
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Jasmine Crisp and Papi

Community Voices: Jasmine Crisp

At Best Friends, we use our networks to introduce you to advocates like Jasmine Cr...
See what she finds most rewarding
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Janae Matthews

Community Voices: Janae Matthews

At Best Friends, we use our networks to introduce you to advocates like Janae Matt...
Read about the connection between community and animal welfare
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Brown puppy with a cast on his leg

New veterinary resources for pets in Navajo Nation

Soul Dog Rescue and Nuzzles & Co. team up to provide spay/neuter and wellness ...
Read how they keep pets and people together
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Child snuggling with a gray dog in a parking lot at the Super Adoption

Bilingual outreach results in 200 pet adoptions in south Texas 

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See how everything is bigger in Texas
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Actress Jacqueline Piñol next to a Lost Family flyer on a tree, written in Spanish

Actress Jacqueline Piñol uses her talents to advocate for dogs

Get to know the producer of The Canine Condition documentary series and podcast, w...
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African Americans changing life for homeless pets

Hidden figures in animal welfare share about inclusion and how it impacts pets and...
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Insight on pets of the Navajo Nation

Q and A with Keith Slim-Tolagai, Best Friends Navajo Nation program specialist...
Meet Keith Slim-Tolagai
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