WorldUnusual guest checks in at Virginia motel – a two-metre alligatorThe beast and its owner stopped for the night at the motel, and the gator took a stroll.17 Jun 01:18 AM
WorldUS to declare seven pangolin species endangered to combat traffickingPangolins are the most trafficked mammals, hunted for their scales and meat.17 Jun 12:27 AM
New ZealandNew Zealand braces for potential arrival of deadly H5N1 bird fluIn October 2024, H5N1 was found in king penguins on Crozet and Kerguelen islands.16 Jun 10:18 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldThese glowing axolotls may hold the secret to human limb regenerationCould the human body be coaxed to regrow a lost arm or leg like this salamander?11 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandGovt and industry ink deal to tackle potential foot-and-mouth crisis'An outbreak could cost up to $3b to eradicate, but doing nothing would be far worse.'11 Jun 04:23 AM
New ZealandWatch: Police probe after 'distressing' footage emerges of youths hurling baby goat to death A group of snapback cap-wearing youths holler and squeal with delight in the video.10 Jun 06:36 AM
WorldThe surprising benefits of goats in modern workplace wellnessGoats are increasingly kept in Japan for their spiritual healing effects.09 Jun 10:00 PM
World'Croc-wise': Katter, Irwin clash over plans to cull crocodilesTerri Irwin has called a bill targeting the animals "reckless" and "dangerous".07 Jun 03:47 AM
New Zealand'Big push now': Trainer's plea to save wild Kaimanawa horsesBex Tasker says there’s more urgent work to be done to help the heritage horse breed.06 Jun 05:00 PM
EntertainmentTerri Irwin warns crocodile-culling bill will increase risk to humansIrwin opposes safari hunting on Indigenous lands, calling it disastrous.06 Jun 01:04 AM
New Zealand'Sealed in' Seal gets rescued from Napier roadA video has surfaced of a seal getting caught in a net after getting stuck on a Napier road in 2024. Video / DOCWatch05 Jun 01:25 AM
WorldAbout 100 dead cats found at Japan woman's homeThe property was overflowing with faeces and urine, says Animal Assist Senju.04 Jun 07:15 AM
WorldChinese zoo captures last runaway capybara after two-month searchThe last runaway capybara, Doubao, was captured at the Yangzhou Zhuyuwan Scenic Area.04 Jun 06:01 AM
New ZealandStudy reveals main cause of lepto outbreak after Cyclone Gabrielle in Hawke's BayHawke's Bay farmer says he was surprised by how hard the disease impacted him.03 Jun 11:47 PM
New ZealandDogs seized by council after eight cats killed in Auckland neighbourhood An Auckland vet says 'her heart has to heal' after losing four cats in the attacks.03 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandTerrified dog Zeus prompts owner's support of fireworks sale banA petition to ban the sale of fireworks is being presented to Parliament today.02 Jun 07:00 PM
New ZealandPerson seriously injured in rural Manawatū animal attackThe animal involved in the attack has been destroyed.02 Jun 03:42 AM
New ZealandBull on the moooove in Invercargill, by Elles RoadA bull was seen on the moooove, travelling down Elles Road, by the hospital. Southern District Police said they "hoofed it to a residential address". Video / What's On InversWatch01 Jun 01:26 AM
New Zealand'A few surprises': Genetic study reveals farm dog health risksRight Dog for the Job project digs into the genetics of NZ's working farm dogs. 30 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFresh inquiries: Posh doggy daycare Pets and Pats' new base lacks resource consentFresh from court, Pets and Pats is facing new questions as neighbours let loose.30 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandPrimary sector unimpressed by Govt's horticulture reformsThose in the primary sector say the new targets don’t go far enough.28 May 10:54 PM
New ZealandFrom farm roots to vet career: New graduate's journey to change farmer perceptionsSarah Fannin wants to work alongside farmers as an asset and an ally for animal health.28 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandCould catnip wine be NZ's next big export?'It’s a chance for New Zealand to do something fresh and unexpected - yet again.'27 May 02:30 AM
New ZealandHealing and life lessons from horses in WaikatoSue Court and her wife bought a small farm in New Zealand to focus on horses.24 May 05:01 PM
New ZealandNew discovery in the fight against livestock facial eczemaThe disease costs farmers and the economy an estimated $332m annually.22 May 09:17 PM
WorldBrazil bird flu outbreak halts $4b poultry exports to key marketsShipments have been suspended to top destinations like China and South Korea.21 May 07:32 PM
New ZealandWatch: Kiwi released on Waiheke Island for first timeWaiheke Island is the first urban area in Auckland where kiwi have been released.17 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Life or death': $900 surgery needed for blind rescue kittenHastings miracle kitten survives alone and blind, before SPCA intervention.16 May 07:00 PM
LifestyleTheir adopted pig charmed the world. Then their romance crumbledEsther's dads, Jenkins and Walter, founded a 20ha sanctuary for her and other animals.15 May 03:45 AM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthOpinion: Why mallard ducks are more than just a pretty nuisanceOpinion: A duck season drone raises questions on wildlife management and costs.14 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandKāinga Ora appears not to care about mistreated dogs - neighbourThree dogs in Bucklands Beach were seized and euthanised because of neglect.13 May 09:57 AM
New Zealand'Unacceptable': SAFE slams delays in rodeo welfare code releaseSAFE urges the release of the draft, citing unnecessary animal deaths.11 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandMother of all dairy cows inducted into 'Hall of Fame'“This award recognises April’s extraordinary contribution to our sector."10 May 10:30 PM
New ZealandWatch: Deer's ill-fated dash to airport - 'I've hit the darn thing'It ran across suburban streets and the runway – then authorities intervened.09 May 02:44 AM
