Utah Stories

A commitment on a government level to reach no-kill by year’s end

Kitten survives emergency open-chest surgery and thrives in his foster home.

After many months of health challenges, this big guy has a bright future ahead of him.

Meet Colt, a resilient orange tabby who’s learned to navigate the world in his own way.

This 15-year-old orange tabby teaches us that senior pets still have a lot of life to live and love to give.

Despite being shot by a pellet gun, sweet Poppy is so trusting of people.

A total hip replacement would allow Cricket to run, jump, and play like any other dog. But she had to heal first.

She has a condition that makes her wobble as she walks, but it doesn’t keep this jolly kitten from living life to the fullest.

He was a pup just living his life. She was a blind kitten with boundless energy. It was a match made in heaven.

He’s got one eye and zero teeth, but senior cat Captain Pearl is loving his new home and life in a big rig.

When kittens at a local shelter suddenly became critically ill with panleukopenia, collaboration with Best Friends and a quick response saved the day.

Whitney needed help fast after swallowing a foxtail.

After mama dog Earth delivered six puppies at a Salt Lake City shelter, they all came to Best Friends and were adopted in a flash.

Simon beat a serious skin infection with the help of modern medicine and two wonderful foster families.

Boots has perfect attendance, is a team player, and has a knack for making customers feel comfortable.