Pet Adoption Stories

Hulk is big and exuberant enough to easily knock people over, but now his days are filled with exercise, playtime and naps in his new home.

Meet a puppy who can’t believe she got adopted, a cat who snuggles her sloth toy and more pets with new families.

Pepper is the picture of resiliency after a traumatic past

Merlot was homeless and needed emergency surgery, but now she’s helping her new person cope with anxiety and PTSD.

With a difficult first two months behind her, Valentina shakes off adversity for a bright future and a home of her own.

Meet a puppy who can’t believe she got adopted, a cat who snuggles her sloth toy and more pets with new families.

Benedict’s hind legs are paralyzed due to spina bifida, but that doesn’t stop him from loving life in his new home.

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.

Nothing (and certainly not cerebellar hypoplasia) stops Harlie Q. and fellow kitten Nicholas from living their best lives in their new 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.

Third Best Friends-sponsored National Adoption Weekend results in homes for more than 11,000 dogs and cats.

Krueger calls True Leaf Seed Company his home, and he has worked wonders for employee morale, just by being himself.

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.

Goose was scared and needed heartworm treatment when he first came to Best Friends, and now he’s living the good life.

These dogs recently adopted from Best Friends are living (and loving) extra large.