New Zealand'Gut-wrenching': Gang pad dogs terrorise Auckland suburbThe dogs have killed numerous animals including cats, alpacas, calves, sheep, and goats.04 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandCalls for bird-terrorising cats to be contained to owner’s propertyCats are creating havoc amongst bird populations, Forest and Bird says.30 Sep 04:27 AM
WorldMarried to a monster: Ex-wife reveals depraved zoologist's vile jail request'I felt sick, I couldn’t speak. I couldn’t think.'29 Sep 10:59 PM
New ZealandResidents join forces to save beach-nesting birdsThe funding boost allows 30 households to join the pest-trapping effort.29 Sep 08:48 PM
New Zealand$5k for info on baby sea lion shot in Otago, suffered 'slow and painful death'Baby sea lion was shot in an estuary in the Catlins and left to die a slow, painful death.29 Sep 02:55 AM
TravelWhy you should swap a land safari for a cruise safariElevating your safari experience is as simple as leaving the shore behind.27 Sep 07:00 PM
World'No longer fear humans': Tool-wielding chimp rips baby from mum's arms, kills herAn angry mob ransacked a nature facility after a chimp stole and killed a baby.26 Sep 10:06 PM
New Zealand'Absolutely gutting': Baby sea lion shot and left to dieThe young female sea lion was shot in an estuary in the Catlins on Monday.25 Sep 08:24 AM
World'Ruthless' man throws 'Betty White' into alligator pond in AustraliaBetty White’s untimely demise took place in front of shocked visitors who alerted staff.25 Sep 12:57 AM
New ZealandWaikato man sentenced after dog euthanised following 'gross neglect', blunt force traumaExperts said the dog would've been in 'severe discomfort' for a three-to-six-month period.18 Sep 05:09 AM
New Zealand'Like a cyclist': Treat riders as vulnerable road users campaigner says“We are legally allowed on the road and should be able to do so safely.”17 Sep 11:39 PM
New Zealand'We see benefits at the time': Pain relief during lamb tailing worth the moneyFrom next year pain relief during tailing is mandatory for NZ Merino Company suppliers.17 Sep 06:00 AM
New ZealandWoman banned from keeping animals after birds found plucked, decorated with pensThe woman said she coloured the doves because it was 'beautiful'.16 Sep 05:12 AM
New ZealandSPCA rehomes large number of rats from Whanganui homeSome rats travelled via ferry to Christchurch in a custom-built, air-conditioned vehicle.15 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand31 dogs snatched from Northland end up in Wellington: Police, SPCA investigatingThirty-one dogs and puppies were unlawfully taken from a Whangārei property.15 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandMeet the Gentoo penguins of Kelly TarltonsThe Gentoo penguins of Kelly Tarltons have just begun their breeding season. A deeper look at these beautiful creatures. Video / NZ HeraldWatch13 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Disgusted': Family distraught after dog’s body disposed of without their knowledgeThe family was left with no way to say goodbye after their dog’s remains were destroyed.12 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRatepayer challenges council over its Armourguard $12m contractRatepayer notifies auditor-general of concerns over the district's animal control service11 Sep 05:00 PM
CrimeJudge rules against Lena Duncan in ongoing animal welfare caseLena Duncan claims that search warrants were illegal and the SPCA violated her rights.05 Sep 05:13 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe science behind Dannevirke's odourless shelter of steaming cow pooA farmer uses the manure from its 650-cow-shelter to make its own fertiliser.03 Sep 05:00 AM
New ZealandSick green turtle dies after boatie rescued it in Whangārei HarbourThe turtle has died of pneumonia.30 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Kamikaze killing mode': More than 30 sheep killed by roaming dogsIt's in a dog's DNA to kill says a farmer left with 16 dead stock.29 Aug 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleWhen your child is an animalNY Times: What's hidden behind charged cultural conversation about pets and children.27 Aug 10:55 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDiana ClementDiana Clement: How ethical are your KiwiSaver investments?OPINION: KiwiSaver funds have quietly invested in industries that cause significant harm.24 Aug 05:00 PM
LifestyleWhat's new pussycat? Online game teaches good and bad outcomes for catsA game studio is using online games to promote the desexing and microchipping of cats.23 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandDog's life saved thanks to 12k social media followersThe paralysed pooch was diagnosed with help from his fans.22 Aug 11:21 PM
New Zealand‘Exceedingly rare’: Baby whale identified after stranding near East CapeThe species of whale has only ever been spotted five times in NZ.22 Aug 02:18 AM
New ZealandFarmer sentenced over 'emaciated' cattle that had to be euthanisedThe 65-year-old farmer has been sentenced for ill-treatment of cattle for a second time.19 Aug 08:00 PM
New Zealand'Murder': 64 chickens slain, council hunt killer dogs“That’s what this is - the murder of my defenceless poor chickens by killer dogs."14 Aug 08:37 PM
New Zealand'He was completely gone': Lost dog found in a coma, now wants a homeKenny was unresponsive and suffering from 'acute toxicity' when brought to SPCA.08 Aug 08:01 PM
RacingFuture of NZ jumps racing hangs in balance, consultation paper issuedRacing bosses are seeking feedback as they decide what to do with the sport.05 Aug 06:45 AM
New ZealandDoC appeals for info after protected gulls allegedly run over on beach'The deaths of these protected birds were entirely avoidable.'01 Aug 09:19 PM
New Zealand‘Distressing’: Probe after video circulates of cat thrown from moving carIt follows a string of similar incidents this year alone.01 Aug 08:42 PM
