Virginia Stories

Virginia is on the path to becoming the largest no-kill state in the nation, thanks to lifesaving collaborations like the partnership between Best Friends Animal Society and Richmond Animal League (RAL).

Collaboration took center stage at the inaugural Virginia Is for Animal Lovers Shelter Summits in Richmond and Roanoke. Hosted by Best Friends, the events brought together 22 organizations to share resources, foster connections, and strengthen lifesaving efforts.

Virginia Loves Shelter Animals Month encourages no-kill in 2025.

These Best Friends Network Partners are proving how together we can save the lives of more homeless cats and dogs.

From a community coming together to find a missing dog to a tree trimmer who rescues stuck felines, these kind acts will warm your heart.

These groups are using every opportunity and tool at their disposal to send more dogs and cats to new homes — and keep pets together with their families.

Looking for something to make you smile? These aww-inspiring stories from Best Friends Network Partners will warm the soul.

From a community cat hero to a puppy parade, these stories of kindness toward animals will warm your heart.

An injury changed RoiLie’s life, but his huge personality and a whole lot of love keep him going strong.

Best Friends’ first national adoption weekend of 2023 finds loving homes for thousands of pets.

Here are just a few of the more than 370 cats and dogs Best Friends has moved out of Florida since Hurricane Ian hit.

Best Friends-sponsored National Adoption Weekend results in thousands of adoptions.

These everyday heroes are making the world a better place for animals across the country.

Shelter collaborative program may be the last piece of the no-kill puzzle.

Here are five stories about amazing acts of kindness to lift your spirits and remind you that love always wins.