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12 Utah no-kill communities and counting: Learn how collaboration was key at this weekend's conference

Best Friends believed that Utah could be no-kill across the entire state. That vision is now becoming a reality.
Julie Castle Blog
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Lewis’s woodpecker fledglings in need of help

Lewis's woodpecker fledglings, left on the doorstep of the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, come to Best Friends for help.
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Alfie the dog who survived parvo and distemper returns to Best Friends

Alfie the dog who survived parvo and distemper as a puppy has made amazing progress in his adoptive home. Read an update.
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Strut Your Mutt in NYC brings out the pet lovers

Big Apple event raises awareness and funds for homeless pets.
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Special-needs cat likes going for walks

Special orange tabby at the Sanctuary enjoys long strolls.
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Not-so breaking news: Cats don’t belong in shelters

Cats don’t belong in shelters. Many shelters, rescue groups and the California Sheltering Report Whitepaper agree.
Julie Castle Blog
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Brown County shows how to get it done

Brown County, Indiana, sets standards for how to save the animals with effective and aggressive programming.
Julie Castle Blog
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Lifesaving gifts

Charitable children make a difference for homeless pets.
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Strut Your Mutt marches for all breeds

Breed rescue organizations make the most of fundraising.
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Animal behavior workshop equips shelters to save lives

No More Homeless Pets Network partner takes advantage of a Best Friends Animal Behavior workshop, led by dog behavior consultant Sherry Woodard.
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Caring for Brazilian free-tailed bats and a pallid bat

Best Friends cares for and rehabilitates two Brazilian free-tailed bats and a pallid bat. Read about the animals' progress toward recovery.
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Therapy cat spreads happiness

Diabetic cat is adopted and becomes a therapy cat with Pets on Wheels of Maryland. The orange tabby visits residents at an assisted living facility.
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Best Friends workshop inspires pet food pantry

After attending the How to Start and Run an Animal Sanctuary workshop, Janice Sledge starts a pet food pantry to help animals in need.
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Young Best Friends volunteers show generosity of spirit

Eight-year-old twins sell toys to raise money for Best Friends.
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Hound dog abandoned in Zion Canyon survives

Abandoned hound dog found in Zion Canyon comes to Best Friends. She is receiving lots of attention and enrichment, including nose work and agility.
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