Volunteer Stories Stories

Saint Michael's College staff and faculty visit the Sanctuary for a volunteer service trip. Catherine Welch is interviewed about their experience.

Dog has a neurological condition and a paralyzed tongue that make eating challenging. Caregivers have created a special restaurant just for him.

Family researches bunnies as pets before adopting to ensure they are prepared. A nine-year-old girl will be primarily responsible for their care.

Fourth grader designs feline furniture with an incontinent cat with a paralyzed hind end in mind. The couch is easily accessible and easy to clean.

Roberta Monti volunteers with timid, fearful dogs at Best Friends in Atlanta, Georgia, helping to socialize and get them ready for adoption.

Adopted from Karma Rescue in Santa Monica, California, pit bull goes from being extremely frightened to finding the perfect home.

Ines Lopes takes a volunteer vacation to Best Friends Animal Sanctuary in Southern Utah, where she spends time helping and connecting with animals.

DeLana and George Folz from Phoenix, Arizona, are longtime volunteers with Best Friends, having volunteered for over 20 years. Here's their story.

Stephanie Etherton, a volunteer with Best Friends in New York, helps regularly with the adoptable animals at the PetSmart in Harlem.

Howard Haber describes why visiting the Sanctuary is a true bucket list volunteer vacation. He lists his favorite volunteer activities and more.

Longtime volunteer is dedicated to saving Salt Lake City’s homeless cats.

Victoria Vertuga volunteers with Best Friends in Los Angeles. She creates videos that help dogs get adopted into homes. Read her story and interview.

High school students from Concord Academy in Massachusetts visit Best Friends Animal Sanctuary to volunteer with animals during spring break.