Stories

Lorcan isn’t always comfortable being petted. In his new home, his need for space isn’t just tolerated, it’s celebrated.

Kitten with an injured paw finds a new best friend in Simon the dog

Meet one of our favorite odd couples: two dogs known affectionately as “Roncake.”

Credit a pit bull terrier named Herman for setting Elsa Nilsson-Canin on her lifesaving path with Best Friends.

Herman was just weeks old when he needed emergency vet care to survive, but today he’s recovered and in his new home.

At Best Friends, we use our networks to introduce you to advocates like Olympica Anderson, who give back to pets and people in their community.

A once fearful pup finds safety with a patient, loving family who accepts her for who she is.

Best Friends embed program assists Fresno Humane Animal Services in setting up a city animal services program.

Dolly Parton’s new family was prepared to make their home accessible to her, and then she showed them how much she could do.

Jovie nearly lost her leg to cancer, but now she’s healthy and happy in her new home — and preparing for a new career as a therapy dog.

Potato is a dog with nine lives. He was at risk in a shelter, then beat heartworm disease, then needed emergency surgery, and finally landed a family who loves him dearly.

Linda and Bill Farrell took one look at Watson’s silver-threaded muzzle and knew he was the dog for them.

Lilibet came to Best Friends overweight, and that was impacting her health. But now she’s inspiring her adopters to slim down, too.

And their achievements and breakthroughs made despite major obstacles