Northwest Arkansas Stories

Neo was rescued from a cruelty case and held as evidence in a shelter for nearly 500 days. Today, he’s a much-loved part of his new family.

A snow-white pup named Ghost shows us that pets with special needs can lead full lives and spread tremendous joy.

See how much unconditional love and companionship adoptable pets have to offer.

Discover how Officer Ben went from homeless pup to canine security guard to beloved family pet.

Olivia had an injured eye that made her path to a home longer, but she had a friend who always saw and shared the best in her.

A grumpy kitty had some surprises in store for his caregivers at Best Friends, but now he’s fitting right in at his new home.

Caesar was sick, in pain, and scared when he first came to Best Friends. A foster family changed his life, and he did the same for them.

A dog who smiles all the time. A puppy who landed a new home at a business conference. These pets are living the good life after being adopted from Best Friends.

Eeyore the tabby cat not only accompanies Allen wherever he goes, but he’s also a source of comfort from PTSD.

Dolly Jean was too thin and had a belly full of worms when she came to Best Friends, but now she’s thriving.

Kiba was standoffish around people, but around other dogs she proved she’s a social butterfly ready to put her best side on display.

Veterinarian shortage spurs legislation to help more pets.

Eight-year-old Milo appeared to want to scare away every other dog he met, but it turns out that his story proves the age-old saying: “You can’t judge a book by its cover.”

Katt won the hearts of everyone he met, including an adopter who had no plans to adopt a cat the day she met him.

A once fearful pup finds safety with a patient, loving family who accepts her for who she is.