New ZealandMore seals likely to die after slaughter - zoologistThe number of seals which will die as a result of a brutal attack could be many more than the 23 found, a zoologist says.06 Dec 01:18 AM
New ZealandAttack on seals 'cruel and abhorrent'Twenty-three seals, including eight newborn pups, were found clubbed to death on the Kaikoura coast. DoC believes the seals were attacked over a number of days.05 Dec 11:49 PM
WorldThese little piggies carry diseases...A popular new pet is all the rage in Britain, but it comes with a warning.05 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandSPCA to prosecute those who cut off puppy's earsAnimal protection inspectors are closing in on offenders responsible for cutting off the ears of an eight-week-old pitbull puppy.01 Dec 11:54 PM
New ZealandSow crates to be phased out by 2015Sow crates will be phased out by December 2015, Agriculture Minister David Carter announced today.01 Dec 05:46 AM
New ZealandMP Carter makes quick u-turnA farming company part-owned by a Cabinet minister was able to brief him on how the Govt could protect its trade with Muslim countries.27 Nov 04:30 PM
WorldMama Grizzly Palin's bear hug disturbs expertsSarah Palin's in trouble over a segment of her Alaskan reality TV show.14 Nov 04:30 PM
AgribusinessKathmandu founder in $2m farm cruelty fightJan Cameron has pledged $2 million to fight animal cruelty - and will give cash to anyone who dobs in farmers' cruel practices.07 Nov 04:30 PM
New Zealand'Chopper' repeatedly shot, left to die"We took him to a vet for x-rays and pellets were right through him", a shocked SPCA animal inspector said of Chopper.05 Nov 03:43 AM
LifestylePerfect pork (+recipes)As a chef and consumer, my stance has always been to support New Zealand products where possible.31 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandJews fundraise to fight animal welfare codeHeads of the NZ Jewish communities are protesting the Government's proposed animal-welfare ban on shechita, the Jewish ritual slaughter of livestock.27 Oct 02:00 AM