Pet Adoption Stories

Minnie left the Sanctuary for a life full of adventure with her new family.

Porcini looked and felt terrible, but with veterinary care and diligent TLC from a foster volunteer, he’s now living his best life.

Honey was shy and shut down when she came to the Sanctuary, but in her new home with a new dog friend she’s learning it’s OK to relax and be herself.

Leonsio couldn’t see at all and was skinny and matted when he was found outdoors, but he still sought love and gave it in return.

Karigan was barely alive and couldn’t move after likely being hit by a car, but after lifesaving care and surgery, she’s thriving in her new home.

After hip replacement surgery and TLC from foster caregivers, a puppy stands on her own four feet again.

A country music reunion, a cheesy twosome, and a real Cinderella story are just some of the happy tales about pets recently adopted from Best Friends.

It took some extra time to find Yogi and Tank a home that stuck, but now they have a family who understands and loves them as they are.

Fluff Fluff has a serious heart condition, but that doesn’t stop her from playing, loving, and living life to the fullest.

From cross-species companions to a happy ending straight out of a script, here are six fun stories about pets who recently went home from Best Friends.

Moose’s energy and anxiety proved too much for most people to handle, but today he’s in a home where he’s flourishing.

Buddy had a strict no-touch policy that couldn’t be broken — until he met his human counterpart.

ABC and its new hit series 'Will Trent' are celebrating National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day by promoting pet adoptions with a new PSA and by covering pet adoption fees from April 28-30 at select Best Friends Animal Society locations.

Lorcan isn’t always comfortable being petted. In his new home, his need for space isn’t just tolerated, it’s celebrated.

Kitten with an injured paw finds a new best friend in Simon the dog