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5 remarkable reptiles at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary
Have you ever heard of a snuggly snake? How about a ticklish tortoise? Well, the Sanctuary is full of surprises.
Meet some Wild Friends residents
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These baby animals were born to be wild
Meet some of the wild babies who got a second chance at freedom, thanks to licensed rehabbers at the Sanctuary.
Read about their care
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Baby squirrels bound for the wild
They came to Best Friends as tiny orphans to grow up and go back to the great outdoors.
Read about their rehabilitation
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Did you know?
Learn fun facts about rats, mink, tortoises, jackrabbits and more.
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A day in the life at Wild Friends
Meet Vincent the chameleon and some other unexpected residents at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary.
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A love story: Former racing pigeons cross finish line to retirement
With their days of long distance flight behind them, these 18 birds are finding love again.
Read about their retirement roost
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Meet the caregiver: Brianna Vlach
Brianna Vlach is a champion of misunderstood animals. Whether they’re domestic, exotic or wild, she and her crew at Wild Friends give them what they need to thrive.
Meet Brianna
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Secrets of a desert tortoise
Find a moment of Zen with some of the Sanctuary’s most peaceful creatures.
Gobi's story
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Birds, bunnies and snakes, oh my: 8 wild animal rescue stories
Meet a few of the birds, bunnies, snakes and squirrels saved this year at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary.
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Life in captivity? Quoth the ravens, ‘Nevermore’
Wild ravens find refuge, rehabilitation and eventually release at Best Friends.
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Favorite snacks at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary
Best Friends Animal Society brings you relaxing sounds with the best of ASMR featuring pigs, horses, tortoises, bunnies, kittens and more.
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Barn owls rescued, nest and all, from accidental road trip
A pair of barn owls found themselves five hours away from home after they were accidentally loaded onto a hay truck.
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Just call her chicken pants: Hen’s fashions help her get around
A chicken named Polly Pocket was born with twisted feet and legs, but innovation (in the form of chicken pants, shoes and a chair) is giving her a boost.
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Group effort saves injured pelican
From the Utah Department of Natural Resources to Best Friends and on to another rehab facility, an American white pelican gets a second chance.
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Welcoming our tiniest friends: 13 adoptable rats and mice
These newcomers may be little, but they're full of curiosity and love, and just looking for homes to call their own.
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