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A zebrafish minnow swims in water with a school of other fish

This minnow can regenerate its spinal cord after injury. Scientists want to replicate its abilities in humans

Zebrafish have genetic characteristics that make it possible to rebuild neural networks after severe injuries.

Two photos side-by-side. On the left, a young Black woman sits in a chair while a brown pitbull sits at her feet. On the right, another young woman sits in a chair, smiling, as a bulldog approaches

A viral video of adoptable dogs choosing their owners was debunked as AI. So this shelter made it a reality

The Animal Care Centers of New York have decided to turn a viral AI video into a real happily ever after.

A giant phantom jellyfish swims through deep waters.

This sea creature's arms are longer than a camper van. It's a once-in-a-lifetime sighting

The creature was found among 28 new species in Argentina's deep sea.

A forest in Thailand with low hanging leaves.

This cat with 'otter-like feet' went extinct in Thailand nearly 30 years ago. Then trail cameras caught it on film

The flat-headed cat is one of the most elusive wild cats in the world.

A small cream poodle sits in a black pet carrier

After ICE took these pets' owners, this Minneapolis shelter is keeping them safe: 'The goal is always reunification'

The Bond Between has been a safe haven for pets left to fend for themselves after their owners were detained — as well as a provider of resources for those afraid to leave their homes.

An orange cat wears a graduation cap and gown

This cat was rescued from a brutal coyote attack. Six months later, he finally had his 'rabies graduation'

The San Diego Humane Society recently held a party for Kyle after six months of quarantine.

A woman is photographed at upper chest level wearing a huge brown fur coat.

New data shows dramatic drop in fur production in the last decade

New data from the Humane World for Animals revealed just how rapidly fur production has declined in the past decade.

Artificial intelligence is aiding in efforts to end the illegal wildlife trade

Wildlife trafficking is one of the most lucrative illicit industries worldwide. It nets between $7 billion and $23 billion per year.

A close-up on a small brown terrier's legs, with an IV line going into his leg.

These dogs — and cats — are saving pets with blood donations. Yours can too

94 dogs — and 48 cats — have been saving lives with regular blood donations at DoveLewis blood bank in Portland, Oregon.

A group of incarcerated men stand proudly with four dogs pictured.

These incarcerated men trained guide dogs in prison. Their success inspired 11 more programs nationwide

Since it was first installed, the San Quentin guide dog program has quadrupled in size, with 16 trainers currently raising eight puppies.

A photo collage of a solar panel, Jacquie Pierri pictured inside a hockey rink, a laptop screen showing the Wikipedia homepage, Alex Pretti posing with his bicycle, and an aerial view of a forest

Good News This Week: February 7, 2026 - Songs, Dogs, & Solar Panels

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Bonobos, which are highly endangered, just wowed scientists with a talent that has never been seen in primates before

At a pretend tea party, a bonobo named Kanzi did something so unexpected that it’s reshaping how scientists think about imagination.