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The face of Suzie the cat

Cat proves it’s never too late to begin again

Senior cat Suzie came to Best Friends looking and feeling worse for the wear, but today she’s feeling better and loving her new home.
Read about her second chance
Best Friends Magazine
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Elton the cat and Binks the kitten nose-to-nose on a red platform

Selective cat takes sick kitten under his wing

Elton was never really a fan of other cats, but then he met Binns, a little kitten who needed a friend.
See how they've become pals
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Person petting Butterfly the dog while Dorian the dog watches

Scared mama dog transforms into social Butterfly

Butterfly used to run for cover if a person got too close, but with help from her roommate and caregivers, she’s really grown into her name.
See her transformation
Best Friends Magazine
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The outside of the Best Friends Pet Resource Center in Northwest Arkansas at dusk

The next wave of animal sheltering is here

Celebrating the grand opening of the Best Friends Pet Resource Center in Northwest Arkansas
Read about history being made
Julie Castle Blog
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The cover of the book, 'Sit Stay Heal'

Book review: ‘Sit, Stay, Heal’

When she is diagnosed with cancer, a veterinary oncologist draws strength and wisdom from her canine patients.
Read about their stories
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Mother and baby rabbit chewing hay

Welcome to Bunny House at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary

On any given day, the Bunny House is home to around 90 rabbits and a few guinea pigs who just want to be loved.
Watch the videos
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Tiger salamander peeking out from behind a rock

Wild surprises in the garage

Wild Friends welcomes two tiger salamanders who need help after finding themselves in similar predicaments.
Both receive rehabilitation until the weather warms
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Credit One volunteers in front of the Best Friends Animal Sanctuary sign

Credit One Bank team gets hands-on at Best Friends

Volunteers from Credit One Bank spend two weekends on a large project to make the Sanctuary shine.
Now they can't wait to return
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Small dog holding an orange and pink plush ball in his mouth

6 updates from furry friends and their new families

Get ready to cheer for these dogs and cats recently adopted from Best Friends.
Celebrate their adoptions
Best Friends Magazine
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Smiling red heeler type dog wearing a collar

Awesome updates from Best Friends Network Partners

These stories about dogs, cats, and a unicorn (yes, you read that right) are sure to lift your spirits.
See how Network partners are making a difference
Best Friends Magazine
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Dilute calico on a wooden shelf

Random acts of kindness toward animals

Get ready to smile (and maybe have a few tissues handy) because these stories are sure to get tails wagging and purrs rumbling.
See their good news
Best Friends Magazine
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Geoffrey's wife in a vehicle with Pepper the dog looking over from the back seat

The Other One

Meet Pepper, an athletic, larger-than-life dog, and Fernie, who is none of the above.
How a stray dog becomes family
Best Friends Magazine
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Black and white dog lying on a blue chair with a blue fuzzy blanket over him

6 happy pet adoption updates

These dogs and cats are living the good life in their new homes.
Meet the new families
Best Friends Magazine
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Julie Castle hugging Shadow the dog

For the love of Shadow: A tribute to a big dog with a big personality

Reflecting on a lifetime of boundless love after a sudden goodbye
In memory of a beloved friend
Julie Castle Blog
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Eeyore the kitten on Allen's shoulder

How a dog guy became a cat person

Allen Burkhart had no idea he had an affinity for felines until he met a kitten named Eeyore.
Now the two are almost inseparable
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We will reach no-kill in this country in 2025.

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