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Why people love dogs — and they love us right back
Canine cognition expert Brian Hare, who’s featured in Netflix’s Inside the Mind of a Dog, explains just how unique our relationship with dogs is.
How dogs became ‘human’s best friend’
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40 fun facts about Best Friends Animal Society
Celebrate Best Friends’ 40th anniversary with little-known fun facts about the Sanctuary, the animals, and the people who started it all.
Learn more
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Award-winning animals
We bestow totally serious titles on some of the animals at Best Friends in honor of Peggy, canine star in “Deadpool & Wolverine.”
And the winners are ...
Best Friends Magazine
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Kids create works of heart to find pets homes
One woman’s passion project has drawn attention to hundreds of homeless animals across the country, all while teaching children about pet adoption.
See their works of art
Best Friends Magazine
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Dog’s overnight antics caught on camera
Discover how Officer Ben went from homeless pup to canine security guard to beloved family pet.
His great escape
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Holiday cheer: Watch dogs and cats open their gifts
Cats and dogs pounce onto the holiday spirit at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary.
Watch their fun
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Pumpkin the cat celebrates his season
It’s autumn now, and you know what that means: the perfect time for Pumpkin.
Who needs pumpkin spice when you have Pumpkin the cat?
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Dogs find treasure at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary
Photo essay explores dogs taking a dip in waters rumored to hide ancient riches and how they end up discovering something even better.
Is Montezuma’s gold hidden at the Sanctuary?
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Volunteers deliver cool treats to Dogtown pups
Get the canine-approved recipe that makes the dogs bark for joy, especially on hot days.
Make them yourself
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The Secret to Happiness, a poem by Venus the dog
A poignant poem for the times, as told by a playful pup at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary.
Read Venus' words of wisdom
Best Friends Magazine
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World's first AI artwork generated by cats
Yes, cats have always loved keyboards. Now our cats are creating AI art to get themselves adopted.
See the art. Meet the artists
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Thank you pets during Pet Appreciation Week and every day
Cuddlers, companions, comedians ... there’s no doubt that our furry bffs make our lives better we can make theirs better, too.
Watch the video
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Tales of pet BFFs in honor of Best Friends Day
Here are 20 stories celebrating pets who love their people unconditionally and bring comfort and joy.
Celebrate pets as family
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Let's play ball and Save Them All!
To celebrate opening day of baseball season, we've assembled an all-star roster of baseball players who have adopted their pets.
Watch the video
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Video: Instant holiday cheer with puppies
Find joy for the whole family (or just for you) with an hour of puppies playing in front of a virtual fireplace
Watch them now
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