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
EntertainmentNicola Peltz Beckham sues dog groomer over pet's death"I can’t even find the words to describe my heartbreak on so many levels."01 Aug 02:45 AM
New ZealandCommunity groups call for cash as they fight to help safeguard native speciesA major report lays bare problems faced by NZ's crucially-important conservation groups.28 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Grim scene' as gulls found dead in tyre tracksA witness says they appear run over in 'a senseless act'.26 Jul 04:01 AM
New ZealandBearded dragon among dozens of fat animals dobbed in to SPCAThe organisation says pet obesity is a growing global problem.26 Jul 12:11 AM
New ZealandHamilton Zoo farewells its only African wild dogRomeo moved to the zoo with his brother Kudu in 2018.25 Jul 11:19 PM
New ZealandChristchurch’s Orana Wildlife Park: MPI promising regular checks, tiger found underweightOtherwise, they did not identify any immediate animal welfare or staffing issues.24 Jul 03:15 AM
New ZealandUnder-fire zoo responds to animal welfare claims; MPI officials visit animals todayOrana Wildlife Trust Board says a ‘thorough review’ is underway.22 Jul 02:17 AM
New ZealandGiraffe dies at Christchurch zoo, body dragged out of enclosure before openingOrana Wildlife Park said the giraffe died from an 'unsurvivable condition'.21 Jul 08:55 AM
New Zealand'Sadistic': Man killed neighbours' cats to protect garden, kept corpse in a cage in wardrobePet owner says he was 'extremely broken' after the death of his cat.19 Jul 07:00 AM
New ZealandFarmhand impales two cows after botching common farming practiceHe was trying to get them back on their feet. Instead, they had to be put down.18 Jul 09:33 PM
TravelWatch: First there was Snakes on a plane - now there's Eels at an AirportSocial media writhing with movie references to horror classic: 'New fear unlocked'.12 Jul 03:22 AM
New ZealandTall order for zoo-to-zoo giraffe deliveryPreparing a giraffe for a road trip takes a bit of planning.12 Jul 03:20 AM
New ZealandTake kea on the road: Five of the parrots killed by vehicles on Milford RoadFive kea have been hit and killed by vehicles at popular waypoints on Milford Road.11 Jul 02:22 AM
Travel'Trampled to death': Tourist killed by elephants after trying to take photoThe tourist walked towards the herd. Then the matriarch became 'agitated'.10 Jul 09:55 PM
New ZealandDumped and emaciated: Influx of puppies dumped on roadsides and bushes in Far NorthThe Kerikeri SPCA has seen an influx of abandoned puppies.10 Jul 07:01 PM
New ZealandHow to care for pets during a disaster: Workshops to be held across NZThe training will be offered in workshops around the country.09 Jul 03:25 AM
New ZealandExotic pet show slammed as a ‘Willy Wonka’ experience; complaints to SPCAOrganiser rejects claims of animal abuse and underwhelming stalls.08 Jul 08:28 PM
New Zealand'Irresponsible': Dumped roosters roaming rural roads“If you can’t look after them or rehome them ... don't breed them."05 Jul 04:40 AM
New ZealandToo much! It's raining wild cats and kittens in Far North pensioner's garden50 wild cats too much for Far North pensioner in council flat03 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessAustralian law passes to end live sheep exports by seaAustralia to outlaw live sheep exports by sea.01 Jul 08:50 PM
New ZealandNearly 400 cats killed in controversial competitionOne man killed 65 cats, landing him a $500 prize.01 Jul 06:39 AM
EntertainmentDavid Beckham’s daughter-in-law to sue dog groomer over pet's deathNicola Peltz’s nine-year-old pet chihuahua suffered a medical emergency and died suddenly.01 Jul 04:37 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Live animal exports cruel; USA not okay based on debateOPINION: 'The people of the USA have no one but themselves to blame.'30 Jun 05:00 PM
WorldPeekaboo! It's a kinkajou. Tropical rainforest creature found on dusty US highwayKinkajous look like a mix between a monkey and a bear, and have prehensile tails.29 Jun 10:28 PM
LifestyleCan pets get car sick? How to help your dog or catCar rides can be a daunting experience for pets. How can you make their journey smoother?29 Jun 09:53 PM
New Zealand'Definitely won't forget it': Dog hit by car fleeing police and tossed 4m into airThree witnesses tried to flag down police to help find the stricken animal.29 Jun 06:46 AM
New ZealandKiwi dog daycare fined $11k after pet dies in hot carMaisie was left in a vehicle parked in the sun for hours with all its windows up.27 Jun 06:21 AM
PoliticsPublic consultation on reversing live animal export ban to startThe Government is expected to introduce legislation to Parliament next year.27 Jun 01:05 AM
New ZealandMore than 57,000 sign petition to keep live animal export banLabour introduced the ban in April last year while still in government.25 Jun 09:35 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'We're going with her': Zookeeper family will take Burma the elephant to OzAuckland Zoo elephant team leader Andrew Coers has known elephant Burma since he was 18.24 Jun 05:00 PM
