A little over 25 years ago, a group of friends began rescuing animals from shelters in the Southwest, and founded Best Friends Animal Society. The mission of the organization is simple: to work toward “No more homeless pets”. Today, it encompasses a network of people, rescue groups, individuals who care about homeless animals, and sanctuaries for dogs, cats, birds, pigs, horses, rabbits and wildlife. From the sanctuaries that care for the injured, ill and elderly, to the individuals hitting the pavement to do their part in bringing about an end to homeless pets in our society, the national organization even includes the latest legislative concerns for local as well as national levels under its list of activities.
A visit to the website, Best Friends Animal Society Network, can be a mind-boggling experience. There you can connect with groups, concerned individuals, look up legislative activity in your region which you personally can act upon, tour the sanctuaries, and peruse for animals in need of a home through adoption. Throughout the country, Best Friends reaches those in need, and attempts to connect them with those who can help. The bottom line of course, is the welfare of homeless animals. The organization even provides assistance to rescue groups and pet owners alike, with the goal of running well-organized and well-maintained groups and help in understanding our animals and their needs.
Without a doubt, 25 years have brought about untold numbers of adoptions and secured homes for pets who would otherwise be out in the cold – or in death row at a shelter. Through Best Friends Animal Society, you can get involved; check out the site, look to see if there are any groups or legislative concerns in your area. Enjoy the sanctuary tours; then enjoy looking through the information on animals in need of adoption. There is much any one person can do to help our pets who are in need; sometimes it’s just a matter of signing off on a letter to your congressmen, sometimes it’s a moment or two of your time assisting a rescue group, sometimes it’s just adopting a homeless pet when you’re ready for a new friend.
You can access the latest list of concerns by Best Friends also at change.org. Best Friends Animal Society offers plenty of ways to get involved. What a blessing for the animals!
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Thanks for the post! I am familiar with the Best Friends Animal Society. Fabulous organization! Does a great job helping our animal friends.