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Kitten seizes life on two legs
Benedict’s hind legs are paralyzed due to spina bifida, but that doesn’t stop him from loving life in his new home.
Meet this foster-win
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From at-risk dog to therapy pet in training
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.
Read about his new career
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Wobbly kitten is steadfast lover of life
Nothing (and certainly not cerebellar hypoplasia) stops Harlie Q. and fellow kitten Nicholas from living their best lives in their new home.
Read their story
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Big hunk of love dog lands a home
His nickname is “CrossFit Tony” because he’s super fit, but he’s also sweet, loving and finally in a home of his own after months of false starts.
"Crossfit" finds right fit
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10 happy tales from National Pet Adoption Weekend
Third Best Friends-sponsored National Adoption Weekend results in homes for more than 11,000 dogs and cats.
See their happy faces
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A cat who works from home
Krueger calls True Leaf Seed Company his home, and he has worked wonders for employee morale, just by being himself.
Read about this working cat
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A ‘senior’ shelter cat’s secret
Otto the cat was so ragged and unhealthy looking that the staff judged him to be an old man until they took a closer look.
Read about his transformation
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Lucky Goose: Shy pup finds his person
Goose was scared and needed heartworm treatment when he first came to Best Friends, and now he’s living the good life.
Goodbye heartworm, hello love
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Happy tails from big dogs in their new homes
These dogs recently adopted from Best Friends are living (and loving) extra large.
Big dogs get big love
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Meet pets rescued from Hurricane Ian
Here are just a few of the more than 370 cats and dogs Best Friends has moved out of Florida since Hurricane Ian hit.
Read their stories
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6 big dog stereotypes busted
These large dogs remind us that every dog is unique. So, give big dogs a chance.
Get the facts
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Diabetic senior cat finds his place in adopter’s lap
When Leanne visited the Sanctuary, she said she had a good home for a cat with special needs and Stannis took her up on the offer.
Read how they're both adjusting
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6 stories about big love for big dogs
These adopters chose large dogs to join their families and they couldn’t be happier about it.
Showing bigger is better
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Two blind cats, an RV and a happy life
After a difficult goodbye to her blind cat of 17 years, Stormy’s life and RV are again filled with cat purrs, snuggles and songs.
Learn about their life on the road
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A story of love and learning with an anxious dog
When Lou adopted a strong malamute-husky mix named Midas who had bounced between homes, he changed her life, too.
See how love makes it work
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