New ZealandFarm animals' feelings focus of pioneering NZ studyFarms animals have a world of emotions - and scientists say we need to understand them.04 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe SPCA is calling for more people to foster animalsThe SPCA is calling for more people to foster animals.Watch31 May 05:17 AM
WorldJapan slaughters 122 pregnant whales for 'research'Activists are calling on Japan to "put down the harpoons".30 May 04:31 AM
New ZealandNo charges for officer who tasered goat 13 timesDocumentation has shed light on the circumstances surrounding cop's decision.24 May 12:28 AM
New ZealandM. Bovis will not stop Gypsy Day cattle movementsM. Bovis will not stop the annual movement of farmers and their cattle23 May 04:10 AM
New ZealandBachelorettes join in: Meet the 'Rural Catch' contestantsThe Fieldays Rural Bachelor of the Year is now the Rural Catch and includes women.23 May 04:00 AM
New ZealandDrunk Ngāruawāhia man fled with employer's horses, killing oneWorker's alcohol issues flagged after only one of two horses survive high-speed joyride.14 May 04:12 AM
WorldIs this Aussie's worst animal cruelty case?"I regard this as one of the most serious examples of neglect that I have seen."10 May 03:20 AM
New ZealandMonkeys recovered after zoo break-inKeepers were able to gain the monkeys' trust by feeding them their favourite treats.02 May 06:05 AM
New ZealandMabo's flown the coop: Zoo seeks escaped cockatooAucklanders are being asked to keep an eye out for a cockatoo that's escaped from the zoo.25 Apr 03:02 AM
New ZealandUpset family appeal to get their dog backOwner turned her back on dog for a few seconds and she was gone.20 Apr 01:40 AM
New ZealandPenguin death numbers highest this centuryHundreds of Little Blue Penguins being found dead or dying are causing great concern.16 Apr 05:28 AM
New ZealandPenguin deaths highest this centuryHighest recorded deaths this century for little blue penguins. Source: Aotearoa Science AgencyWatch15 Apr 09:51 PM
OpinionJason Gilchrist: Why save the 'living dead'?COMMENT: The northern white rhino should not be brought back to life.07 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandWould-be monkey thieves may need medical attentionMonkeys fought back during break in to Wellington's Zoo, likely injuring would-be thieves.07 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandBody camera footage now crucial to SPCA to nail offendersAuckland SPCA has used recordings to help argue its case in court on six occasions.05 Apr 02:18 AM
New ZealandYellow-eyed penguin chick euthanised after suffering severe flipper injuryThe chick attracted attention for its speedy trek up the coast of the South Island.28 Mar 01:53 AM
New ZealandAnger over 'cruel, antiquated' dog collarsAnimal shelter on a mission to keep spiked collars out of the hands of dog owners.18 Mar 11:53 PM
New ZealandBuyer beware - $60 dog; $1000 vets billA puppy adopted from the Whanganui District Council pound developed parvo the next day.18 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandBlood for man's best friends saves doggy livesJust like humans, dogs donate blood to help save others that are sick or injured.17 Mar 04:00 PM
LifestyleWhat's up pet? Well take a look at these devicesCats and dogs are being controlled by phone based apps as technology improves.16 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandStudy will tell rescuers which whales to save firstA new study will help rescuers determine which whales to save first in mass strandings.15 Mar 01:17 AM
New ZealandBadly neglected dog's owner sentencedA dog was found so emaciated and unwell it had to be put down.13 Mar 07:48 AM
New ZealandNew rules impact bobby calf death rateThe number of bobby calf deaths per 10,000 has dropped by half.08 Mar 02:14 AM
New ZealandAuckland Zoo mourns loss of 'fighter' baby giraffeA fighting spirit and round-the-clock vet care couldn't save Auckland Zoo's newest giraffe08 Mar 01:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: Penguins' habitat destroyed by stormy weatherAn entire breeding season of little blue penguin chicks was wiped out by a New Year storm.07 Mar 02:00 AM
New ZealandSPCA says sorry for this campaign ad with dressed-up French bulldogSPCA has apologised after using photo of French bulldog in appeal promotion.06 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandCat shot three times in the faceGRAPHIC CONTENT: Cat needs surgery after bullets lodge in face.05 Mar 10:18 PM
New ZealandRachel Hunter taking part in a kiwi release on Motutapu IslandRachel Hunter taking part in a kiwi release on Motutapu Island.Watch02 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandRodeo not harmful enough for ban, says MinisterRodeo not harmful enough to be banned but specific animal welfare issues to be looked at.01 Mar 01:11 AM
OpinionOpinion: Cats are not the killers they claimCOMMENT: The "evidence" suggesting cats are killing our native birds is shonky.28 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandAnimal abuse cases: The SPCA's list of shameThe SPCA needs donations to address horrific cases of animal abuse in NZ.26 Feb 02:00 AM
New ZealandFuneral for vet who went into debt to help animalsAnimals were welcome at the funeral for beloved veterinarian Ian Hughes today.19 Feb 05:40 AM
New ZealandHow to spot a native: CrayfishThe mysterious cray needs our help, writes Dean Baigent-Mercer.16 Feb 04:00 PM
