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
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
