EntertainmentLady Gaga fan kills cat for concert outfitA desperate Lady Gaga fan has been charged with animal cruelty for allegedly killing her cat and using the dead pet's blood to complete an outfit she planned to wear to one of her heroine's concerts.18 Apr 11:46 PM
New ZealandSPCA, Crown in free lawyers rowThe SPCA believes too much money is being spent on an animal cruelty case.01 Apr 04:30 PM
PropertyReality Check: Running a catteryConcern for animal well-being is the reason Maureen and Dick Boyd set up a cattery at Te Horo, about 60km north of Wellington.25 Mar 04:30 PM
TravelValencia: Contemplation away from cruel captivityLinda Herrick encounters a rugged yet sensitive stranger in a romantic Spanish setting.24 Mar 11:00 PM
WorldKiev zoo a 'death trap' for animalsAnimals just keep on dying of neglect at the notorious Kiev Zoo.23 Mar 10:10 PM
New ZealandShooters threaten witness to bird killMan told house would be burnt if he spoke about slaughter12 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandChristchurch earthquake: Once abandoned, now lifesaversIn the last two weeks, a highly trained group of once-abandoned dogs have proved invaluable in quake-torn Christchurch. 08 Mar 04:30 PM
TravelUlva Island: Battles in flight to rule the roostJim Eagles discovers even our threatened species in sanctuary are not afraid to fight for territorial advantage.04 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandChristchurch earthquake: Barney Rubble emerges from cathedralA feathery find in the rubble of central Christchurch has become a small symbol of hope for an earthquake-ravaged city.01 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandChristchurch earthquake: Pets find shelter as owners leave townThe Canterbury SPCA has taken in more than 150 pets from people displaced by the earthquake and has promised to care for them until they can be taken back. 27 Feb 09:49 PM
New ZealandCalls for inquiry into failed experiments on animalsThe Soil and Health Association is backing calls by the Green Party for a parliamentary inquiry into failed genetic experiments on animals.21 Feb 08:40 PM
Opinion<i>Jim Eagles</i>: Hihi's plight no laughing matterHihi - otherwise known as stitchbirds - may well be New Zealand's most interesting birds.21 Feb 08:30 PM
WorldJapan suspends Antarctic whale hunt - reportsThe Japanese whaling fleet appears to have called an early end to its whaling season in Antarctica, a move which conservationists tentatively say could spell an end to whaling in the Southern Ocean.16 Feb 06:27 AM