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Adopted dog’s health problems no match for his family’s love

Family of adopted dog with health challenges, including canine lupus and fibrosarcoma cancer, is determined to give him the best life possible.
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A troubled dog’s journey to a happier life

Humane Society of Charlotte helps dog with her behavior and medical challenges until she is adopted as part of Lagunitas Brewing Company promo.
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An audacious goal

There are now more than 1,500 no-kill communities. Is your community on the no-kill map? The goal: All of the US will be no-kill by 2025.
Julie Castle Blog
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Veterans make a difference for homeless dogs in L.A.

Students, many of whom are veterans, from the Animal Behavior College dog
training program work with dogs from Best Friends in Los Angeles.
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Best Friends Network spotlight: Utah Animal Adoption Center

Man finds a stray dog in dire need on the Salt Flats in Utah. The dog is now getting help at the Utah Animal Adoption Center in Salt Lake City.
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10 things to know for Adopt a Rescued Rabbit Month

February is Adopt a Rescued Rabbit Month. Read 10 fun, interesting and insightful facts about bunnies. Adopt, don't buy, a rabbit.
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Hurricane Harvey survivor cat

Hurricane Harvey survivor cat recovers from a terrible head wound and badly infected sinus and is now looking forward to being adopted.
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Dog’s standoffishness is only skin deep

Standoffish, cautious and uncertain dog is learning to trust more as he is introduced to more people and is shown patience and understanding.
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Caring for stray cats in winter

Caring for stray cats in winter is a priority of Best Friends in Salt Lake City, which provides spay neuter, donated food and outdoor cat shelters.
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Best Friends Network spotlight: LifeLine Animal Project

Volunteers write Valentine's love letters to the dogs from LifeLine Animal Project, highlighting their wonderful personalities and qualities.
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New life for a cat cancer survivor

Stray cat had an ear infection and skin cancer. After treatment, this survivor is now cancer free and ready for adoption.
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Photos capture a day in life of Tom, a NYC flower shop cat

Flower & Plant, Inc. in New York City's flower district has a resident ‘working' cat, adopted from Best Friends in NYC, with a job to keep mice away.
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A pig walked into a bar

After losing his home where he was overfed, pig comes to Best Friends where he has reached a healthy weight with diet and exercise.
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My story: Best Friends volunteers Joe and Jennifer Dujka

Couple takes volunteer trips to help animals at Best Friends. They renew their love for one another while falling in in love with all the animals.
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Best Friends Network spotlight: Animal Ark Rescue, Inc.

Shelter dog from Animal Ark Rescue in Columbus, Georgia goes on Tinder to true love and a happily-ever-after adoptive home.
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We will reach no-kill in this country in 2025.

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