Advocacy and action make 2021 a banner year for lifesaving
Looking back on an incredible year of driving positive change for cats, dogs and the people who love them
Nevada takes a big step forward for dogs with new law
New Nevada law prohibits insurance companies from denying homeowners coverage or charging more for it, based on the breed or breed mix of dogs in the home.
8 ways to celebrate Best Friends Day
Reserve some time to celebrate Best Friends day by volunteering or fostering, adopting a pet or showing your appreciation for the staff at your local shelter.
400 and counting: Gaining a foothold with humane pet sales legislation
Changing hearts and minds is complicated but necessary in convincing municipalities to pass humane pet sales laws.
2025 Action Team: Grassroots advocacy on steroids
The 2025 Action Team, numbering 29,000 (and counting) volunteers from all over the country, is playing a key role in Best Friends' push toward no-kill 2025.
10 ways you can help save cats and dogs in 2021
With four more years to reach our no-kill 2025 goal, here's how you can help save the lives of pets across the nation.
No more breed bans for service dogs aboard U.S. airlines
The U.S. Department of Transportation rules against restrictions.
Advocating for pets in your local area
Knowing how decisions are made and who to reach out to for support of funding is an important step in attaining no-kill in your area.
Three simple ways to celebrate National Cat Day
National Cat Day is today, and there's more to celebrating than throwing a party
Big wins for animals in 2020
Animal advocates around the country made a huge difference for pets this year.