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Best Friends National Conference

Connect with other animal welfare leaders and expand your knowledge at this year's virtual conference on June 23 & 24.

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24PetWatch Owner Surrender & Acquisition Source Analysis

This analysis quantifies the reasons pets are surrenders, how this was impacted by COVID-19, and where surrendered pets are acquired.

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Community Cat Programs Handbook

The revised version of the handbook is fully updated with the latest research and effective practices to start or enhance a CCP.

Download the handbook.

The Best Friends Network comprises public and private shelters, rescue groups, spay/neuter organizations and other animal welfare groups across all 50 states.

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Lifesaving dashboard

Discover your peers in lifesaving nationwide

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Best Friends Operational Playbooks

Your programmatic recipe cards for lifesaving success

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Animal Care and Control

Support and resources for the specific needs of animal control agencies