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Faces of No-Kill: Dog springs into new life on 3 legs
After having his leg amputated due to a severe injury, Rex charmed his way into his caregivers’ hearts — and a new home.
Now he's living his best life
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Collie’s long journey home
This stray-turned-star’s new life is filled with so much fun and joy that it always feels like Friday.
Now he's a true adventure buddy
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Cat celebrates sweet 16 in loving home
Misty went home just in time for this milestone birthday, highlighting the love and joy that come with adopting senior pets.
Now every day is a celebration
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Faces of No-Kill: Super Nova the cat shines in home
Nova made a stellar transformation thanks to her caregivers and a family who believed in her.
Now she's finally home
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Magnanimous dog blossoms in foster care
Magnus’ foster caregivers showed this senior dog just how wonderful life can be.
Now his spirit shines
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Life is just ducky for once-shy pup
Find out how Ducky’s dedicated adopters took her from fearful to free.
Now she enjoys adventures
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Faces of No-Kill: Senior dog is lucky in love
Katrina and Jack knew Lucky Charm was the dog for them, but the timing wasn't right to adopt — until it was, and then they couldn't wait another day.
It was meant to be
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An extra-large, extra-floofy canine birthday surprise
When Val and Ty Hardin volunteered at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary, they never anticipated going home with 200 pounds of canine companions.
Bringing home a double dose of love
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Opening heart to new dog is adopter’s antidote to grief
After her dog of 16 years passed, Mackenzie found sweet, happy Nikki and turned loss into a new beginning.
Now they're on a new journey together
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These pets are home and loving it
Recent adoption stories showcase Hamburglar the cat’s new friend, a charmed life for a sweet senior dog, and a variety of aww-dorable foster wins.
Read about them
Best Friends Magazine
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Sunny pet adoption updates to brighten your day
Read all about 100-pound dog zoomies, playful puppy antics, and a super-charged cat purr.
Read about the new families
Best Friends Magazine
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From Times Square with love
Pop-up event in New York City spreads the message to help get pets out of shelters and into homes.
See some puppies and familiar faces
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Killing in shelters would end if 6% more people adopted
Best Friends takes over Times Square to bring love home.
Help get more dogs and cats out of shelters and into homes
Julie Castle Blog
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Spirited stray dog loses leg but gains a new home
When the word went out that Koda needed a foster home following surgery, Kylie volunteered and, as it turns out, brought the boy home for good.
Now they're a happy family
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Faces of No-Kill: Homeless dog gets storybook ending
After working with trainers to channel her energy and intelligence, Kimchi met the family she was destined to join.
She's now home
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