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2020: A record-breaking year for Best Friends in Utah
When the COVID-19 pandemic reached Salt Lake City, foster volunteers helped Best Friends pivot for an epic year of lifesaving
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Volunteer’s help proves invaluable for homeless pets in 2020
For her dedication to helping Best Friends in Utah have an incredibly successful year, volunteer Judy Steiger received a statewide award.
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Cat is ready to hop into 2021 on two legs
Rexie Roo’s adopter reflects on life with her wonder cat and how much he’s taught her about patience, love, and resiliency
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A lot of love and a little patience help an injured, scared kitten
Olivier was injured and scared when she arrived at Best Friends, but after getting medical care and spending time in a foster home, she’s now one confident cat
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Despite her difficult past, this dog is kind to everyone she meets
Max sustained permanent nerve damage after being shot in the foot, but letting the past get her down really isn’t this young dog’s style
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Senior cat comforts adopter during cancer treatment
A quirky senior cat named Brigadier is just what the doctor ordered for an adopter who was diagnosed with cancer shortly after bringing him home
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Kitten with lymphoma lives life to the fullest
Harry may have lymphoma, but that doesn’t stop him from working his magic and making friends with everyone he meets
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Despite his special needs, this kitten was born to be happy
Waffle the kitten doesn’t walk on his hind legs, but thanks to foster homes and acupuncture he gets around just fine
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Surrogate momma cat’s love helps kitten tackle the world on three legs
Love from momma cat and foster mom helps kitten overcome a serious injury and thrive on three legs
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Secrets behind a Salt Lake City animal shelter’s success
West Valley City Animal Services has been no-kill for years and now the shelter supports others so they can get there, too
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