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Overwhelmed animal rescue groups want mandatory desexing

Far North animal rescue groups see a huge problem of neglected, unwanted dogs

'My poor puppy': Chihuahua mauled to death by bull terrier

Horror as owner and 8-year-old son witnessed vicious attack.

More than a dozen pigs die in shed blaze

The Ministry for Primary Industries has confirmed 13 pigs have died after Auckland fire.

Maury Povich anounces orangutan paternal test results

Former daytime talk show host announces paternity results of new baby orangutan.

Aussie dad’s chips save family from rampaging elephant

'Those sandwiches and chips probably saved our lives.'

‘Tired’ Gisborne animal control officer at fault for death of family dog

The dog's death was because of 'human error'.

Couple heartbroken after 13 sheep killed in dog attacks

" ... once dogs get a taste of sheep, they will keep coming back."

Woman who took in 'stray' cat loses claim for animal's costs

Disputes Tribunal agrees it is the nature of a friendly cat to make neighbourhood visits.

Meat imports make local market uneven playing field, NZPork says

There are concerns about nations that allow farming practices banned in NZ.

Whale you wait: Curious orcas temporarily halt wharf work

A family took a swim into Ahuriri for lunch. Perhaps they'll stick around?

Increased number of dog attacks in Northland 'concerning'

Northland's councils are working hard to deal with dangerous dogs.

Wellington cycleway developers warned after deaths of little blue penguins

DoC has issued a formal warning over deaths amid Wellington-Petone cycleway work.

Summer spike in bad dog behaviour sparks reminder about canine etiquette

Northland councils see a spike in complaints about bad dog behaviour every summer.

PalmOil Scan app helps consumers protect wildlife

Auckland Zoo’s deputy curator of mammals, Amy Robbins, has helped develop the PalmOil Scan app which allows consumers to scan barcodes with their phone to see if products use palm oil or not. Video / Dean Purcell

Zoo launches app to check palm oil content of groceries

Palm oil is found in more than half the products you find in the supermarket.

Ecosanctuary, and its birds, win supreme award

Winner 'has absolutely transformed what tourism means in Aotearoa'.

'Most severe neglect seen in years': Dog found starving, flea-ridden, injured and weeks from death

A man and woman have been sentenced to community service, banned from owning pets.

Dog punched and thrown against wall discovered with broken ribs, collapsed lung

The woman attacked the dog after he relieved himself inside.