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Girl Scout Troop 1019 together at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary with a dog

Young activists doing good for animals

Pets around the country have these kids to thank for making their lives better.
See the amazing work they're doing
Best Friends Magazine
Julian Lin and Julie Castle sitting by one another, each with cats in their laps

Young entrepreneur brings generosity to adoptable pets

After his lemonade stand was robbed, 8-year-old Julian Lin visited Best Friends Animal Sanctuary to meet CEO Julie Castle.
Read about his trip of a lifetime
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Runners accept ‘ultra’ challenge to save dogs and cats

To this trio of animal lovers, raising funds for Best Friends by running the Grand to Grand Ultra will be just as important as finishing the race.
Support their efforts
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Kaley and Joe Mans with Olympia the dog between them

Dog adopters stream live, fun-filled fundraiser

Dancing, challenges, and getting pied in the face were all part of Kaley and Joe Mans’ live online fundraiser for Best Friends.
See how they did
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Speed Queen gives Best Friends pets royal treatment

The company supports the animals with donated funds and machines to keep mountains of laundry clean.
Read about the partnership
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8 ways to make Halloween scary good for pets

From pet fostering to puppy play dates, here are some easy and fun ways to celebrate Halloween with pets.
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How cryptocurrency is helping to save animals

Best Friends is now accepting donations in cryptocurrency.
Julie Castle Blog
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8 ways to celebrate Best Friends Day

Reserve some time to celebrate Best Friends day by volunteering or fostering, adopting a pet or showing your appreciation for the staff at your local shelter.
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Mayim Bialik, Fox, Best Friends team up to save cats

If you love cats, you'll love the new comedy, Call Me Kat.
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Celebrate dogs and adventure with ‘The Pack’

Cheer on your favorite human-dog duo and help pets in need on Amazon Prime Video's new show Friday, November 20.
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Pets and people in Arkansas get support outside of the shelter

Community-supported animal sheltering in action at Best Friends in Northwest Arkansas.
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Pet portraits draw laughs, raise dollars for pets

See the art, both good and bad, from animal shelters' creative fundraisers.
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Summer recipes with Rescue Dog Wine pairings

Inspiration to eat, drink and be merry this Fourth of July with three vegan recipes and wine pairings from Rescue Dog Wines
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Citizens helping people and pets during COVID-19 pandemic

Animal lover Emily Park switched her focus to helping people during COVID-19 and found herself helping pets, too.
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Caring is contagious with community kindness cards

Kindness goes viral as animal lovers band together to help people and their pets during the coronavirus pandemic.
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