New Zealand'Never seen anything like it': Surge in 'disturbing' and sadistic pet abuse casesA violent partner dragged a dog behind car, another kicked a pet to death.30 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'I would have taken them all': Man snuck into SPCA after hours, freeing all the caged animalsA staff member was injured trying to retrieve the escapees, one of which remains missing.27 Aug 08:00 AM
New ZealandWaikato power pups put best paw forward in Top Dog compIn total, 20 finalists have been selected, including four furry workers from Waikato.26 Aug 06:00 PM
PremiumWorldA bear walked into an ice cream parlour. The strawberry never had a chance25 Aug 12:30 AM
LifestyleWhat are your kids saying, eating and doing in 2025? New survey spills the tea20 Aug 03:42 AM
PremiumSmall BusinessSmall Business: Dopaw brings glamour to raw pet food for paws-itive health 17 Aug 05:00 PM
World'They looked very happy': Why farmers are playing jazz to cows'We always have music on in the milking parlour... not just for the staff to listen to.'10 Aug 11:59 PM
RacingPerennial placegetter picks Grand day to finally come out on topA trainer who has tasted Auckland Cup success has now captured a historic Grand National.09 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandWoman illegally takes dogs into Tongariro National Park, posts about it on FacebookDogs are banned in the park, including in vehicles and skifields.06 Aug 05:51 AM
Entertainment'Farewell Magda': Sam Neill mourns death of 'beloved' petNamed after Kath & Kim's Magda Szubanski, Magda the duck died 'peacefully in her sleep'. 05 Aug 07:00 AM
New ZealandFowl play: Happy ending for feathered All Blacks pitch invader The incident occurred during the second half of the All Blacks v France match in Hamilton.30 Jul 06:00 AM
World‘Absolute madness’: Thailand’s pet lion problemLion ownership in Thailand has grown to nearly 500 registered lions.29 Jul 07:00 PM
EntertainmentLucy Lawless demands justice for 'brutish' shooting of cat co-starZeplyn, a 5yo Maine Coon cat, was attacked in West Auckland soon after filming wrapped. 27 Jul 07:05 AM
New ZealandTAB could be asked to compensate greyhound trainers amid plans to ban the sportA single entity will co-ordinate national efforts to adopt out greyhounds.21 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessSmall Business: Giving furry family members a final farewell with Sunset Vet CareKylie Kim talks to Tom Raynel about her at-home pet euthanasia business.20 Jul 05:00 PM
Herald NOWSPCA reports startling increase in ill-treatment complaintsAnimal abuse complaints have increased by 40 percent in a year, according to new stats released exclusively to Herald NOW.Watch14 Jul 07:31 PM
New ZealandSPCA alarmed about rise in staff abuse, threats to kill petsThe abuse has increased in the past two years and occurs almost daily, the SPCA says.10 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandSeal playing in the surf at Te Awanga BeachTe Awanga local and professional photographer and videographer Michael Farr captured the seal playing in the surf at his local break. Video / Michael FarrWatch09 Jul 01:33 AM
WorldSwarm of bees attack French town, dozens injured, three criticallyA 78-year-old man had a cardiac arrest after being stung 25 times.09 Jul 12:40 AM
New Zealand'Ecstatic' reunion: Cat found after year-long disappearanceTwelve months after going missing in Hamurana, Franco the cat turned up.09 Jul 12:00 AM
New ZealandReturn of the moaSir Peter Jackson is backing de-extinction plans to bring the South Island giant moa back from the dead. Video / Colossal BiosciencesWatch08 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandGolden retriever rescued after being stuck on a cliffTwo-year-old golden retriever Remy rescued after being stuck on a cliff for two hours. Video / George HeardWatch08 Jul 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFamily claims dogs shot, possibly used as bait in alleged fightThe family claims their dog Diesel was covered in bites and appeared traumatised.07 Jul 05:00 PM
WorldWoman's arm reportedly ripped off in lion attack at Queensland zooA woman in her 50s has been rushed to hospital with significant injuries.06 Jul 04:49 AM
WorldWhy there's little love for lovebugs in South KoreaThe non-native insects have no natural predators and have grown in numbers over the years.04 Jul 03:31 AM
WorldAustralian man dies from 'extremely rare' bat bite virusThere have been only three previous fatal cases of this virus since 1996.03 Jul 07:00 AM
New Zealand'Hysterics': Pet dog Shiva swept into drains during flooding found safe 24 hours laterThe pet dog was sucked into the drainage system during the weekend's heavy rain event.01 Jul 04:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: Residents spots orca at Takapuna Beach 'literally' 2m awayOne orca was spotted closer to shore, and then another big fin popped up.29 Jun 05:20 AM
RoyalsPrince William under fire from Peta because his dog had puppiesCharity suggested Prince and Princess follow King and Queen's adoption example.27 Jun 03:03 AM
