Best Friends

A national nonprofit focused on ending the killing of pets in shelters through adoption, advocacy, and community programs

  • Sniffworthy Attributes

    Innovative 

    Eco-Friendly Promotes eco-friendly grooming and waste solutions through public education.

    Responsibly Sourced Advocates for pet adoption and reducing demand for irresponsibly bred animals.

  • Founding Story

    Founded in 1984 by a group of animal lovers in Utah, Best Friends started with a no-kill sanctuary and grew into a leading voice for animal welfare. Their mission: make every shelter in the U.S. no-kill by 2025

  • What We Like

    Saved over 1 million animals in recent years

    Operates regional centers across the U.S.

    Supports rescue partners and shelters

    Visitors can stay overnight at the sanctuary

  • What They Offer

    National adoption and rescue programs

    Spay/neuter and wellness clinics

    Animal sanctuary in Kanab, Utah

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