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Teen volunteers at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary

While on a trip through the national parks, teen and her family discover Best Frie...
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A puppy for Christmas

Adopting a puppy is a joyous occasion, a gift of unconditional love. Be sure to ad...
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Former stray cat has “it” factor

Cole, once an alley cat, has something special about him.
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Blessing of the Animals

Blessing of the Animals takes place in New York with the Reverend Dr. Stephen Baum...
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University of Florida Maddie’s Shelter Medicine Program residents visit Best Friends

Residents from Maddie's Shelter Medicine Program at the University of Florida...
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Stray dog gets help at Best Friends

Proper medical treatment helps former shelter dog flourish at the Sanctuary.
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Moby speaks up for shelter pets

Moby the musician creates a music video called ‘Almost Home' with the help of...
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Holiday wishes to all

We at Best Friends wish you the happiest of holidays and thank you for helping us ...
Julie Castle Blog
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Dog from hoarding situation blossoms

Shepherd and whippet or greyhound mix who was rescued from a hoarding situation ma...
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Young girl holds fundraiser to help homeless animals

Ten-year-old fifth-grader raises money to help dogs, cats and other homeless anima...
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30 ways to save dogs and cats

Here are 30 ways to save dogs and cats. These are simple things you can do - e.g.,...
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Traumatized dog gets TLC

Local volunteer helps dog with challenging past learn to relax.
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Debunking the Adoption Grinch

Tis the season for giving gifts, as long the gift is not a pet … or so the Adoptio...
Julie Castle Blog
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Late bloomer cat

Once seemingly blind and deaf as a kitten, Siamese thrives at the Sanctuary.
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Two senior dogs become fast friends

Two senior dogs become good canine friends. One had been rescued from an instituti...
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Best Friends Animal Society - Save Them All

We will reach no-kill in this country in 2025.

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