Good Animal News

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

A collage of the most impactful pet influencers, including dogs, cats, and other animals

12 Pet Influencers Using Their Platforms For Good

Some of your favorite pet influencers are not just taking over your TikTok "FYP," but they're also making the world a better place. Read more...
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Doug the Pug Raises Thousands, Supports Kids With Cancer

Famous for his adorable Instagram posts and music video cameos, Doug The Pug has added a new layer to his platform: raising funds for children battling cancer.
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Good Vets

12 Famous Veterinarians Who Inspire Us To Do Good

Veterinary science has become an innovative field, taking care of our beloved pets, but also to making breakthroughs that improve the lives of all who inhabit the planet. Meet 12 veterinarians who inspire us to do more good.
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8 Famous Animal Conservationists You Might Not Know Yet

There are dozens and dozens of people you should know about who are protecting wild species and their habitats, and our hope is that today you’ll learn about someone new who inspires you to find your own way of helping animals in your corner of the world.
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63 Best Jane Goodall Quotes on Hope & Making a Difference

In celebration of Jane Goodall's birthday, let's learn from her wisdom and deep sense of hope.
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Staying Pawsitive: The Best Good News Stories About Dogs

Happy news about dogs doing good for people and the planet — and hopeful stories of people doing good for dogs.
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The 'Humble Egg' Offers Nutrition To Millions Around the World

The goal of Hatching Hope is to improve the livelihood and nutrition of 100 million people by 2030.
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People Are Doing the 'Betty White Challenge' To Honor the Late Icon's Care For Animals

#BettyWhiteChallenge: Thousands of people are donating to animal nonprofits in honor of Betty White.
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Uganda's 'Dr. Gladys' Honored by U.N. For Work Linking Conservation and Health

The United Nations on December 7th recognized Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka as one of its “champions of the Earth” for promoting the One Health approach to conservation in Africa.
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The 'Great Blue Wall' Will Help Save the Oceans

Ten nations in the western Indian Ocean committed this November to create a network of marine conservation areas to hasten progress toward the goal of protecting 30% of the oceans by 2030.
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“You are capable of more than you know. Choose a goal that seems right for you and strive to be the best, however hard the path. Aim high. Behave honorably. Prepare to be alone at times, and to endure failure. Persist! The world needs all you can give.” — E.O. Wilson

12 Best E.O. Wilson Quotes About Nature, Life, & Sustainability

Read these quotes from E.O. Wilson to gain a sense of wonder for the natural world — and a sense of hope for how we might improve it.
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Edward O. Wilson

Celebrating the Life of E.O. Wilson, Prominent Biologist and Author, Who Died at 92

Wilson began his career studying the biology and social structures of ants which led him to develop expansive theories on evolution and humanity’s relationship with the planet.
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