MagazinesAll Stories Features Julie's Blog VideosMagazine Community Voices Image Sweet stories of people doing good things for pets Every day, animal lovers across the country are making a difference through their actions. See their good deeds Best Friends Magazine Image Paralyzed cat has sweet spirit that can’t be stopped Life for Precious hasn’t always been easy or kind, but she never fails to find something to purr about. Read about her progress Best Friends Magazine Image 6 smile-worthy pet adoption stories 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. See them with their new families Best Friends Magazine Image Lifesaving soars with new shelter practices Lehigh Valley Humane Society celebrates reaching a 90% save rate for the first time in its 117-year history. See what's changed Best Friends Magazine Image 27 dogs and cats find sanctuary at Best Friends A mystery in the middle of the desert, these dogs and cats needed help — but now they’re on the path to new, loving homes. From the Sanctuary to homes of their own Best Friends Magazine Image Pets living the good life with new families 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. Share in the joy Best Friends Magazine Image Cat and dog stories to spark joy Best Friends Network Partners across the country share their tales about animals whose lives are now shining bright. See these good news stories Best Friends Magazine Image Tales of random acts of kindness toward animals From a community that rallied for an ailing cat to a man who jumped in frigid water to help a dog and his human, these stories will inspire you. See how they make a difference Best Friends Magazine Image You (yes, you) are a cat trainer Samantha Bell, Best Friends’ cat expert, explains how if you’ve interacted with a feline, you’ve trained a cat. Learn the power of positive reinforcement Best Friends Magazine Image Helping small animal shelters has a big impact Best Friends is leveraging the power of networking and peer mentoring to engage organizations and help save lives. See how mentorships help save cats and dogs Best Friends Magazine Image Dog who temporarily lost sight has friends to lean on When Cash temporarily lost his sight, he became extra nervous about being petted — but his friends are helping him slowly open back up. Patience helps him open up Best Friends Magazine Image Volunteers team up to support Texas shelters Best Friends volunteers go into shelters for a full day of doing whatever the shelter staff need help with the most. Providing extra support and enrichment to pets Best Friends Magazine Image Cat’s no-touch preference is no problem for adopter Lorcan isn’t always comfortable being petted. In his new home, his need for space isn’t just tolerated, it’s celebrated. See how he fits right in Best Friends Magazine Image Cancer survivor dog finds her calling 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. Bringing comfort to others Best Friends Magazine Image Determined cockatoo climbs into the lap of luxury Simon’s shyness was keeping him from getting adopted, but when he spotted the family he wanted, he made sure they weren’t leaving without him. See how he's settled in Best Friends Magazine Pagination Previous page First page 1 … Page 2 Page 3 Current page 4 Page 5 Page 6 … Last page 13 Next page