LifestyleCouple need $25k to bring dog homeA Mexico-based Kiwi and his wife are on a mission to find the $25,000 needed to bring their new family member back to New Zealand.18 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhale stranding: 120 beached againUp to 120 whales have beached themselves again in Golden Bay, about 3km from the original stranding, as call for volunteers goes out.11 Feb 03:56 AM
New ZealandDid seismic blasting beach whales?Did recent seismic surveys in the area cause whales to beach themselves at Farewell Spit?10 Feb 03:05 AM
WorldCruel life of travelling circus dolphinsDolphins are being strapped into tiny crates so that they can be transported perform in circuses where they are made to jump through hoops of fire.09 Feb 08:31 PM
New ZealandDog-dragging incident: 'Horrible accident'A dog owner said incident that saw a dog dragged to its death was a "horrible accident".09 Feb 07:10 AM
New ZealandAbandoned kitten born with no eyesA kitten found abandoned in Hamilton bush was born with no eyes, its new owners have discovered.08 Feb 02:40 AM
New ZealandSPCA investigate reports of dog draggingSPCA investigating a report of a dog being dragged behind an SUV in the Far North.07 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandDog rescued after years beside motorwayThree years ago Taryn Gibbs spotted a stray dog beside the Southwestern Motorway. That was the beginning of the mission to rescue "motorway girl".02 Feb 12:18 AM
New ZealandProtected birds found with bullet holesFive birds protected under the Wildlife Act have been found shot dead near Little Barrier Island.01 Feb 04:07 AM
LifestyleMother dolphin battles to save her calfHeartbreaking footage shows a mother dolphin trying desperately to save her calf from Japanese hunters who planned to sell the animals to aquariums.31 Jan 01:55 AM
WorldWatch: Man slaps friendly monkey's faceAn astonishingly barbaric act of animal cruelty caught on camera has shocked animal advocates worldwide.24 Jan 09:42 PM
New ZealandWatch: Is it sport or animal cruelty?MPI is investigating an alleged breach of welfare at the Mid Northern Rodeo near Whangarei.23 Jan 07:55 AM
New ZealandBobby calf abuse charges: Man to face trialThe owner of a Waikato-based pet food company accused of abusing bobby calves will face trial by jury. Alan Martyn Cleaver, 5718 Jan 08:03 PM
RoyalsWhy Kate Middleton's alpaca hat isn't cruel to animalsThe Duchess of Cambridge has been spotted wearing a hat made of baby alpaca fur. Here's the quirky reason why her choice in head wear is an ethical one.10 Jan 01:45 AM
New ZealandFairy tern chick's dramatic rescueAs rescuers scoured Kaipara Harbour for survivors of fishing charter tragedy, conservationists were performing a rescue operation of their own nearby.07 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Oystercatcher chicks hatch on Mount Maunganui beachThis pair of oystercatchers have set up their nest right in the middle of Mount Maunganui's main surf beach - during the busiest time of the year. Despite being visited by hundreds (maybe even thousands) of holiday-makers, they have hatched two chicks. But they have a long road ahead as they could be trampled by beach-goers or killed by roaming dogs. Source: KimbirdleyWatch06 Jan 08:13 PM
New ZealandWebsite reunites thousands of pets every yearFor Pets on the Net founder Kim Buchanan, it is the sheer joy of helping people find their pets that has kept her in the business for 14 years.03 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldMassive python gobbles down a wallabyDisturbing images of a massive python strangling and consuming a wallaby whole have emerged. WARNING: GRAPHIC IMAGES03 Jan 03:32 AM
New ZealandTwin giraffes born, one diesThe rare birth of twin giraffes at Auckland Zoo came with a bittersweet blow after one calf had to be put down.02 Jan 11:58 PM
New ZealandHow to save a lifeThis week, the Herald takes a look at Kiwis who are dedicated to helping our animals. Today Jamie Morton talks to Project Jonah's Daren Glover.02 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandThe Kiwis who dedicate lives to animalsLast year 60,000 animals, including severely abused dogs and kittens with extra toes, made their way through the doors of the SPCA's 02 Jan 01:06 AM
LifestyleRaccoon dies after 20 hour rescueA raccoon that was trapped in a drain pipe under a parking lot was rescued after almost 20 hours only to collapse and die the following morning.01 Jan 10:12 PM
New ZealandTiny native frog wins big victoryA tiny native frog finally has a safe place to call home after a 20-year conservation battle.28 Dec 11:01 AM
WorldBig cat in race to cheat deathUrgent action is needed to stop the cheetah - the world's fastest land animal - sprinting to extinction, experts have warned.27 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandPet dog attacked on Auckland beachA dog is fighting for its life after being mauled by three hunting dogs on Orewa Beach.27 Dec 07:35 AM
LifestyleWhat not to feed your pet on Christmas dayFeeding your dog a festive treat might seem like a kind thing to do during season for giving - but doing so actually puts your loved one's health at risk.23 Dec 09:30 PM
New ZealandCheetahs used in NZ animal researchCheetahs are among an increasing number of protected species being used for animal research in New Zealand.23 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandCalf shot and left to die at Waimate farmGRAPHIC WARNING: A calf has been brutally shot at least five times and left to die a slow painful death in the South Island.21 Dec 08:33 AM
New ZealandWoman kept animals in 'appalling conditions'Sentence a win for animal welfare says SPCA.20 Dec 06:32 AM
New ZealandKiwi research explores animal emotionsKiwi scientists are exploring the emotions of livestock in pioneering research that could improve the way animals are farmed.18 Dec 10:57 PM
New ZealandMaggot-riddled dog left for deadBrownie lived a life of abuse and agony. Finally, she was bashed about the head with a claw hammer and the open wounds were left to become maggot-infested, in one of the most severe and disturbing cases the SPCA has seen.14 Dec 10:30 PM
New ZealandNumber of animals used in tests fallsFewer animals were used in experiments in New Zealand in 2015 but a bigger proportion didn't survive their tests, according to new figures.12 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandRabbit shot with bow and arrow on Waiheke IslandA rabbit has been left with puncture wounds after it was shot with arrows five times.07 Dec 03:50 AM
New ZealandProposals to reduce dog harmFurther proposals to reduce the risk and harm of dog attacks has been given a tentative thumbs up from local animal welfare advocates 04 Dec 06:00 PM
