Stories

Bunny who is overweight is put on a healthy diet that cuts out high-calorie foods and starts an exercise plan that includes digging in the dirt.

TNR opponents are more interested in preserving status quo than implementing lifesaving programs.

Mammoth donkey (a big breed of donkey) receives physical therapy to recover from surgery, but there were challenges along the way.

Best Friends staff work to ensure laws are passed that are proactive and positive for animals and laws that are bad for pets are changed.

The new Best Friends Clinic is a worthwhile landmark for our 30th anniversary and our progress for the animals.

Class for shy dogs at Best Friends helps animals who need a little extra encouragement to be social. Treats are given out to motivate the dogs.

Best Friends mentors groups to assist pets in reaching their fullest potential.

Breed specific legislation is not effective. The focus should be on irresponsible dog owners. Missouri considers this question.

Cat Town Café in Oakland, California, opens. A collaboration between Cat Town and the Cat Man of West Oakland, the cafe helps shelter cats find homes.

Someone burned Grayson the cat and nearly killed him, but he is still as loving and affectionate as ever. Read this forgiving cat's story.

Francis pays tribute to Paul Jolly, Petco Foundation executive director.

A senior schnauzer and is adopted by a trucker who was looking for the perfect dog to travel the road with him in his semi. Read delightful story.

Baltimore Community Cats Project helps over 110 stray cats gets spayed or neutered and vaccinated, and six cats with medical issues get medical treatment.

Best Friends grant enables Dolly's Foundation, based out of Sanford, Florida, to provide free spay and neuter for dogs of struggling families.

Legislation initiated by Best Friends in Maryland seeks to protect feral stray cat caregivers and their felines.