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Reflecting on what 2025 meant for animals and Best Friends

Today, 2 out of 3 shelters in this country have achieved no-kill.
Our Programs That Are Reshaping Sheltering
SAVING PETS NEAR YOU
Since 1984, we've been working to make America no-kill. A dog or cat is still killed in shelters every 90 seconds just because they don't have a safe place to call home. You can help change that.
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Home for all pets starts with you Explore our locations See how pets in your community are doing
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Julie Castle's Blog

Why we love a viral animal story

“If you love these stories — if you find yourself rooting for these animals — help create the next one.” Read Julie's full blog post
— Julie Castle
Best Friends Chief Executive Officer
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No-kill is within reach, thanks to you

Today, 2 out of 3 U.S. shelters are no-kill, and hundreds more are within reach of that goal.
Working together, we can continue to save the lives of homeless pets in communities like yours — and nationwide — ensuring that the places we call home are better for everyone, pets included.
See How Your Community Is Doing
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Our animal sanctuary is at the heart of Best Friends

Best Friends Animal Sanctuary is the healing home for up to 1,600 dogs, cats, birds, bunnies, horses, pigs, and rehabilitating wildlife looking for a second chance.
Experience the Magic
YOU'RE SAVING THEM ALL
Best Friends supporters like you make this work possible and are passionate about saving the lives of pets in shelters. Here are your stories.
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Meet the faces of no-kill Read stories of hope and resilience Share your story with us
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The Lowe's cat who brought a community together

When Richmond, Virginia’s beloved store cat Francine went missing, people came together to bring her home. Read More
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How a Tennessee animal rescue group is changing lives

Crossroads Campus brings together animal rescue, job training, and affordable hous...
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How to keep pets happy and healthy all winter

Chase away the winter blues and beat cabin fever with these tips to keep pets warm...
Ways to enjoy the cold weather with pets
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How a small shelter saved 1,000 pets in South Carolina

There’s no place like home, except for maybe for Raskel’s Rescue, an animal shelte...
Welcoming for cats and humans alike
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A bunny finds her stride

At Best Friends Animal Sanctuary, Autumn the bunny has gone from limited mobility ...
Reviving a bunny’s hop
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Adopted cats harness adventure together

Seeing two cats stroll by on leashes might make neighbors do a double take — but i...
Now, the sidewalk is their catwalk
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Utah Jazz join Best Friends to score homes for pets

Jazz center Kyle Filipowski stepped off the court and into the kennels to help hom...
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Best Friends is creating a better world through kindness to animals

Best Friends is creating a better world through kindness to animals
HOW YOU CAN HELP
We're working to save the lives of dogs and cats around the country. We can’t do it without you.
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End steep pet fees for families in public housing Volunteer from your home Get started fostering kittens
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Adopt

When you adopt a pet from a rescue group or animal shelter instead of buying from a breeder or puppy mill, you’re providing a lifesaving second chance.
Adopt a Pet
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Volunteer

Wherever you live, whatever your experience or interests, there are countless ways to volunteer your time for pets in need.
Sign Up to Volunteer
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Take Action

You can help create the kind of community you want to live in by teaming up with fellow community members to support progressive pet programs and policies.
Advocate for Animals
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Shop to save lives

When you shop at the Best Friends Store, the proceeds go right to work providing lifesaving care and companionship to animals at our sanctuary and around the country.
Shop Now
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Your ride can save animal's lives

Car, boat, RV, and more, your old vehicle can help homeless pets!
Donate Your Vehicle
WAYS TO GIVE
Your support goes straight to work saving lives. You provide homeless animals with help and healing.
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Our most recent financial reports Awards for our lifesaving work Give the gift of kindness
Make a planned gift
Make a gift through your will, trust, or other financial plan. Planned gifts can reduce income tax and offer substantial tax savings on appreciated properties and securities.
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Pet memorials
Honor a beloved pet with a gift in their memory. You'll also be invited to find comfort and healing by taking part in one of our Angels Rest blessing ceremonies.
Create a memorial
Make a donor-advised fund gift
A donor-advised fund (DAF) provides you with the flexibility to support the animals through Best Friends while enjoying some favorable tax benefits.
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Respect and responsibility

We are honored to be working together with passionate and dedicated individuals committed to helping homeless pets in every corner of the country.
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