Stories

New York Governor Mark Cuomo signs pet dealer bill into law, allowing municipalities to regulate the pet trade within their jurisdictions.

Thirty years ago, ground was broken on what would become largest no-kill sanctuary in U.S., Best Friends HQ, and launch pad for no-kill movement.

Quincy House cats overcome obstacles, find happiness.

Resilient pup blossoms into cuddly love bug.

Timid dog slowly learns to trust and come out of her shell (shy dog class helps), and she finds the perfect home to help her even more.

One of the dogs rescued from Michael Vick fighting ring, Ray the Vicktory dog gets adopted. Read about his journey and his new happy life.

Fate intervenes and a friendly, good-natured senior dog finds wonderful home in Pennsylvania.

Dog matchmaking is important business. Canine caregivers pair dogs together who can help each other overcome challenges (e.g., shyness or fear).

Best Friends Animal Society supports House Bill 97 to override existing breed-discriminatory legislation (BDL) in Utah.

Special-needs cockatoo finds the perfect home.

Chicago may be next to put an end to the sale of dogs and cats from puppy mills.

Read sweet adoption stories of a cat and a senior beagle dog from Best Friends Pet Adoption Center in Salt Lake City in the Sugar House area.

New York’s PLJ radio station celebrates in style and invites Best Friends to join the fun.

Shy Kenneth is no longer afraid.

With help of Best Friends and Kelly and David Backes, Missouri repeals BDL and passes human legislation called Winston's Law.