New ZealandHow to spot a native: CrayfishThe mysterious cray needs our help, writes Dean Baigent-Mercer.16 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandPuppies dumped in park on Valentine's Day"Sadly this is something we see that happens a lot," says SPCA spokeswoman.16 Feb 05:46 AM
New ZealandRodeo organiser unfazed by protestersAnimal Welfare Code adhered to, says organiser and bull breeder Shane Bird.16 Feb 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Dr Doolittle' of Stokes Valley Ian Hughes diesVicky Roebuck hopes people will be allowed to bring their pets along to Hughes' funeral.15 Feb 04:31 PM
New ZealandFamily want answers after dog's shootingA family is looking for answers after their dog was killed with an air rifle.14 Feb 07:54 AM
OpinionHeather du Plessis-AllanHeather du Plessis-Allan: Meet my new cat Gareth MorganCOMMENT: When an abandoned kitty was found, what could the writer do?10 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'I lost my best friend': Horrific attack on dogs stuns couple"He came to work with me every day, did everything with me, 24/7," says distraught owner.08 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandWorld-famous kākāpō Sirocco reappearsNew Zealand's "spokesbird for conservation" has been found after being lost for two years.07 Feb 09:09 PM
OpinionRachel StewartRachel Stewart: Yee-ha! Rodeo is doomedCOMMENT: So, we all know in our hearts that rodeo is wrong.06 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandBull breaks leg, dies at rodeoThe death has prompted new calls for rodeos to be banned.03 Feb 02:45 AM
WorldPet owners join anti vaccine movementThe latest twist in the spread of the "anti-vax" movement.24 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandHorse euthanised following owner's neglectAn Auckland woman has been sentenced after failing to treat her horse's injury.24 Jan 01:24 AM
OpinionKerre McIvorKerre McIvor: Call off the dogsCOMMENT: What about the rest of pack, ask owners of pugs and French and British bulldogs.20 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandVR technology reveals factory farm lifeAnimal rights group SAFE uses VR technology to highlight conditions in factory farms19 Jan 03:35 AM
New ZealandLongest dog walk comes to an end a year laterStephen Brassett and his four-legged friends have finished their tour of New Zealand.19 Jan 12:56 AM
OpinionHiggins: Bravo to Trade Me - a dog is not a handbagCOMMENT: The auction site's stance is laudable - but it does open a can of worms.17 Jan 07:35 PM
New ZealandShark rescuer: 'I held it like a baby'The 3m shark was spotted close to shore at Te Arai Pt in Auckland.02 Jan 04:30 AM
New ZealandNeighbours' smelly cat saga ends in courtAn Auckland woman's cats disrupted neighbours' sleep and forced them to flee their homes.27 Dec 11:44 PM
New ZealandLake Ellesmere turns toxicAn algal bloom has fouled the water in Te Waihoura (Lake Ellesmere).24 Dec 10:04 AM
LifestyleThe vet saving zoo animals from war zonesThis vet risks his life to rescue animals from the worst zoos in the world.22 Dec 08:00 PM
New ZealandMichael Laws tries to change image of rodeosMichael Laws has a budget of $25,000 to promote rodeos as a positive animal sport.22 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMotorist's shock at vehicle towing live chickenA motorist claims he witnessed a chicken being towed behind a car.21 Dec 07:15 AM
New ZealandToo many dead greyhounds: Ban racing says the GreensDogs should not be dying for people's gambling pleasure, says party spokesman.19 Dec 10:46 PM
New ZealandDisabled dog Robbie gets wheels to runRobbie the dog faced euthanasia when a surgery left him permanently disabled.13 Dec 09:24 PM
New ZealandPolice identify kitten killers - and they're aged 11-16The offenders were aged between 11 and 16 years old.13 Dec 01:08 AM
New ZealandNetsafe slams sharing of kitten abuse videoThe SPCA and Police were speaking with those involved in the video.12 Dec 09:24 PM
Lifestyle30 pets die in dog show tragedyThe breeder is now facing 90 years in prison for carrying the animals in poor conditions.12 Dec 09:15 PM
New ZealandCall for justice over video of kitten being stonedHorrific video of a kitten being stoned in New Zealand has emerged online.12 Dec 06:41 PM
WorldHeart-Breaking Video Shows Starving Polar Bear on Iceless LandThe lack of sea ice is continuously making it more and more difficult for polar bears to find food.Watch09 Dec 11:05 PM
New Zealand'Savage' youths run down ducklingsA local man who had helped hand-rear the ducklings called the incident "savage".03 Dec 07:45 AM
WorldSick lion trade degrading and cruelIt is the most degrading and cruel of fates for the king of the jungle.26 Nov 07:41 AM
New ZealandNew home for rescued turtles at Kelly Tarlton'sNew zone will also feature NZ's first interactive digital experience Turtle Rescue.25 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandMPI gives Mainland Poultry the all-clearMPI conducted two recent inspections, one scheduled and one unannounced on Monday.23 Nov 04:45 AM
New ZealandLions Clubs told to cut ties with rodeosThe Methven Lions Club was taken to task by activists for taking profits from the rodeo.21 Nov 04:42 PM
