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Andrea the cat inspires an entire community to go no-kill
After two unsuccessful attempts to kill Andrea the cat, West Valley City decides it's time to go no-kill.
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Last chance to find YOUR inspiration in Vegas (yes, you read that right)
Last chance to register for the 2012 No More Homeless Pets Conference and save money!
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Strut Your Mutt kicks butt!
Best Friends' national dog walk raised $1,280,365 for homeless pets, with over $866,000 of that going to 153 our No More…
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California Governor Brown signs wildlife-friendly SB 1221 and pet-friendly SB 1229 into law
Two animal-friendly pieces of legislation -- SB 1221 and SB 1229 -- are signed into law in California. Kudos to all involved.
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Los Angeles and Salt Lake headline the first weekend of Strut Your Mutt 2012
Strut Your Mutt events in L.A. and SLC last Saturday were huge success. SYM events this Saturday will likely push total amount…
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Strut Your Mutt empowers lifesaving across the country
2012 Strut Your Mutt goal: Raise $1 million for homeless pets.
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A life-changing experience
Don't miss the Best Friends conference this year at the Rio All-Suite Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. Here's why.…
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A political season test
Who would you trust more -- Obama or Romney -- to watch your dog or cat?
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Hurricane Isaac Update
Hurricane Isaac's has passed through, but there are plenty of grassroots organizations that need your support. Here's a…
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Isaac inundates New Orleans, low-lying parishes flooded
Hurricane Isaac, downgraded now to a tropical storm, is delivering a somber seventh-anniversary reminder to the Gulf Coast.
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Cat TV
Web cam allows you to watch and play with felines at Best Friends Pet Adoption and Spay/Neuter Center in L.A.
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American Bar Association steps up for pit bulls
American Bar Association passes a resolution that calls for breed-neutral dangerous dog laws.
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Los Angeles poised to take the lead against puppy mills
L.A. considers ordinance to ban sale of dogs, cats and rabbits.
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High-volume adoption model controversy
Achieving no-kill requires embracing high-volume adoption models.
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Support USDA proposal to close puppy mill loophole
Comment period on USDA proposal to more actively regulate puppy mills extended through Aug. 15.
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