Good Animal News

Celebrating positive news about animals making a difference for people — and people making a difference for animals

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Camera Trap Images of Rare Gorillas with Infants May Reveal Good News in DRC

Camera traps in the Tayna Nature Reserve in the Democratic Republic of Congo have recorded two mother-infant pairs of eastern lowland gorillas, confirming the presence of healthy family groups in one of their last strongholds.
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Conservation Dogs: How Pups Are Protecting the Planet

Conservation dogs are trained to use their superior sense of smell to sniff out threats to wild species and natural spaces.
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Good News This Week: August 19, 2023 - Trails, Groceries, & Doulas

Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...
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A New Comedy Series Advocates for Biodiversity By… Putting Animals in Therapy

The series is the second installment of the “Animals in Therapy” project, where you can see celebrities chat with endangered and misunderstood species in a therapy-style video chat setting.
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This Eras Tour (Raccoon Version) T-Shirt Has Raised Over $17k For Wildlife

A wildlife rehabilitation center in Maine has been overwhelmed with support after its playful Eras Tour-themed fundraiser went viral.
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Vegan Grocery List: 555+ Ideas for Plant-Based Shopping

Whether you’re just testing the waters on eating a plant-based diet, you’re a seasoned pro heading out on a big grocery run, or you’re simply shopping for someone you love who eats a vegan diet — we hope this guide is helpful.
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Good News This Week: July 29, 2023 - Glasses, Beavers, & Clean Energy

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This Car Dealership Drives Therapy Dogs To Folks In Need of Mental Health Support

Employees at a Subaru dealership in Las Vegas are going the extra mile and training their own dogs as therapy dogs to serve the community.
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11 Best Animal Shelters & Rescues To Follow on Instagram & TikTok

These are the best animal shelters to follow on social media — next time you need your fix of furry friends.
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Artist Advocates For Endangered & Extinct Species Through Paintings

Isabella Kirkland's oil paintings bear witness to the massive ecological challenges, crises, and victories our world faces.
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These dog-powered goose patrol teams humanely 'harass' Canada geese & protect the environment

Nature lovers are making use of herding dogs to humanely move pesky geese out of their way and protect natural ecosystems.
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Good News This Week: July 1, 2023 - Lakes, Bees, & Gender Equality

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