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Cavalier King Charles spaniel-Papillon survivor

Cavalier King Charles spaniel and Papillon mix beats distemper, but her muscle spasms and twitching made it difficult for her to find a home.
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Acclaimed author and TNR expert Peter J. Wolf joins Best Friends

Peter J. Wolf, founder of the blog Vox Felina, cat advocate, and TNR expert, joins Best Friends Animal Society staff.
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Cat agility training

Injured cat, maybe as a result of a car fan belt or farm machinery, has reconstructive surgeries, recovers, and then learns to enjoy agility training.
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Transforming a puppy mill-supplied pet store in Mission Viejo, California

Barkworks at Mission Viejo mall, which used to be supplied by a puppy mill, is now an Adopt & Shop ran by Found Animals and featuring rescued pets.
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Important legislation in the Lone Star State

Texas House Bill 2981, which would require shelters to work with rescues, would be a huge win for homeless animals. Act now!
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Best Friends super adoption in St. George

Adoption event saves 137 animals.
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Counting in Florida

Win for animals in Florida as law is passed requiring shelters to compile statistics and keep them available to the public.
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100-year-old volunteer helps the animals

Bill Philibert, a lifelong volunteer, celebrated his 100th birthday by volunteering at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary.
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NBC report exposes AKC

NBC's report on the "Today Show" exposes the American Kennel Club's lax inspection program for licensed dog breeders.
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Super season

New York Pet Super Adoption, hosted by Best Friends, helps homeless pets find loving forever homes.
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Hope for Karou

Cat with special spirit and extra special needs receives treatment and TLC at Best Friends.
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Double luck for Gus Gus the Yorkie saved from a puppy mill

Yorkie dog rescued from a puppy mill suffered from mange, dental disease, stomach problems, a heart murmur, and immunosuppression. Poor pup!
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Birthday volunteer trip to Best Friends Animal Sanctuary

Fans of ‘DogTown' on National Geographic about the Best Friends dogs, son takes his mom on a birthday volunteer trip to the Sanctuary.
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Retiree completes animal care internship at the Sanctuary

A 64-year-old retired woman completes an internship in animal care at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary. She returns home to help animals locally.
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A gifted volunteer shares her talents with animals

Woman volunteers with and plays her harp for the dogs, cats and other animals at the Sanctuary.
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We will reach no-kill in this country in 2025.

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