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10 advocacy wins for the animals
Good news for dogs and cats across the country.
See some 2022 highlights
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8 adoptable big dogs destined to be influencers
Instagram is the spot for charming characters, exciting adventures and good-time goofs, and these big dogs will fit right in.
Meet these picture perfect pups
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The most vulnerable thing I’ve ever written
I was really stupid.
Remember to take care of yourself
Julie Castle Blog
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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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11 ways to make Halloween scary good for pets
If you’re looking for ways to celebrate Allhallows Eve with cats and dogs, have no fear. We’ve got you covered.
Make sure it's all treats, no tricks
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Anxious hound loves his R & R
Life can get overwhelming for Elvis, but sleepovers with friends ensure this hound dog isn’t “cryin’ all the time.”
Elvis' practice for a home of his own
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Joining forces to save a newborn kitten
Best Friends medical team and volunteers team up to save a struggling, days-old kitten.
Winter gets twice the love and care
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Best Friends recognized in Fast Company’s 2022 Brands That Matter
But what is a brand and why does it matter?
More about this recognition
Julie Castle Blog
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6 large, lovely lapdogs
If they fit, they sit.
Have lap? Will sit!
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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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Celeste Fripp, a woman who could do it all
Remembering and paying tribute to a Best Friends co-founder
Honoring her memory
Julie Castle Blog
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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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Cat family finds help at a local construction site
When construction workers spotted a litter of newborn kittens in the middle of their work zone, they made sure they got them somewhere safe.
Read about the team effort
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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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