Dog Stories

Goose was scared and needed heartworm treatment when he first came to Best Friends, and now he’s living the good life.

These dogs recently adopted from Best Friends are living (and loving) extra large.

These large dogs remind us that every dog is unique. So, give big dogs a chance.

These adopters chose large dogs to join their families and they couldn’t be happier about it.

When Lou adopted a strong malamute-husky mix named Midas who had bounced between homes, he changed her life, too.

First-time foster volunteer shares her story about helping a scared Chihuahua find her rhythm and then a home.

Adopters experience a master class in boundaries and communication, taught by a dog.

Smokey’s a notorious fence hopper who’s not really into snuggles, but it was love at first sight for a new family that adores him just as he is.

Humane Animal Welfare Society of Waukesha County forms K9 task force to support dogs needing extra help getting adopted.

A busy Houston family of five makes time to foster homeless pets and memorializes each one in a paw print memory book.

It involves not only passing humane laws, but thwarting the industry’s ever-expanding sales tactics.

After meeting Homer at an art museum, the Thomases couldn’t stop thinking about him, so they made him the newest canine member of their family.

Celebrate National Dog Day with photos sure to make you smile.

Time was already running out for Hank when he arrived at the shelter, but the team that helped save his life was closer than anyone could have imagined.

From water to watermelon, check out how some of the animals at the Sanctuary are enjoying their summer.