Caring for Pets Stories

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

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.

Dolly was in rough shape — covered in ticks, incontinent, with sores on her tongue — but now she is feeling fine and even using the litter box on her own.

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

When Cash temporarily lost his sight, he became extra nervous about being petted — but his friends are helping him slowly open back up.

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

Herman was just weeks old when he needed emergency vet care to survive, but today he’s recovered and in his new home.

Credit a pit bull terrier named Herman for setting Elsa Nilsson-Canin on her lifesaving path with Best Friends.

Jovie nearly lost her leg to cancer, but now she’s healthy and happy in her new home — and preparing for a new career as a therapy dog.

Potato is a dog with nine lives. He was at risk in a shelter, then beat heartworm disease, then needed emergency surgery, and finally landed a family who loves him dearly.

Canelo doesn’t get around well and he’s incontinent, but thanks to special therapies and lots of playtime he’s growing stronger each day.

Senior cat Suzie came to Best Friends looking and feeling worse for the wear, but today she’s feeling better and loving her new home.

Butterfly used to run for cover if a person got too close, but with help from her roommate and caregivers, she’s really grown into her name.