PremiumPremiumPropertyTenant 'grabbed neighbour by the hair' in bizarre confrontationThe woman said having her two dogs with her likely prevented a far more sinister outcome.14 Sep 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Heartening' rise in dog adoptions, but many still being put downCouncil highlights need for potential dog owners to make 'informed choices'.06 Sep 06:00 PM
PremiumEditorialEditorial: Give councils more teeth to deal with roaming dogsOPINION: The pet pooch population is dropping, but problems are rising. 04 Sep 05:00 PM
Crime'It’s not their fault:' Children of man mauled to death say he wouldn't blame the dogs30 Aug 08:46 AM
CrimeHistoric verdict: Dog owner guilty of manslaughter after hungry pack mauled man to death26 Aug 09:39 PM
Crime'They had a taste for blood': Jury asked to decide if man killed by dogs let them out of caravan22 Aug 06:00 AM
New ZealandFamily's heartbreak as pet sheep killed by dogs; council called out for delayed action21 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumNew ZealandOff-leash dog sends woman who survived fatal car crash back into surgery15 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandMove or rehome? Owner's choice if dog's 'dangerous' label sticksThree complaints were made against Dolly for attacking and rushing at other dogs.13 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandWhat to do in a dog attackThe Dog Safe Workplace director Jo Clough explains what to do if a dog rushes at or attacks you. Video / Katie HarrisWatch22 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandHow does your suburb compare for Auckland dog attacks amid spike in maulings? Nearly 3000 attacks were recorded on animals and humans across Auckland last year.22 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandCoatesville retiree retells story of the morning her dog was attackedCoatesville retiree Denise Heald retells story of the morning her dog was attacked on their own property. Video / NZ HeraldWatch22 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandAttack victim faced possible amputation after dog 'ripped' chunk from his leg, 'ate it' in front of himThe man was at the property to fix a car when Boogi the dog lunged and bit his leg. 11 Jun 06:06 AM
New ZealandDogs seized by council after eight cats killed in Auckland neighbourhood An Auckland vet says 'her heart has to heal' after losing four cats in the attacks.03 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Te PouShane Te Pou: Roaming dogs are terrorising our streetsAggressive dogs often wander the streets freely and can be intimidating.17 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Quite septic': Roaming dog attacks affecting guide dog clientsAuckland Council says there have been 716 dog attacks as of March this year.15 May 07:00 AM
New Zealand Council euthanises 56 dogs in two monthsFNDC received 796 requests for service for animal management in January and February.14 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Horrific': Dog owner sentenced after pets' 'near-fatal' attack on 2yo boy'The trauma and injuries inflicted on this child were horrific.'14 May 03:40 AM
New Zealand'Feared she'd lost half of her face': Mother's distress at dog attack on young girlA pair of former dog breeders have been sentenced after their sire attacked a 5-year-old.10 May 05:00 AM
New Zealand'They can turn at any time': Mum's warning after 8yo daughter mauled by dogThe attack left Milan Tufuga with multiple leg wounds and needing stitches.10 May 12:31 AM
New ZealandGirl left with ‘large scar’ and ‘life-long’ trauma after dog attack at Auckland parkThe dog attack occurred as a school holiday programme took place nearby.08 May 07:06 AM
New ZealandPaw patrol: Auckland Council's team against dog attacksMore than 20,000 roaming dogs were reported to Auckland Council last year.12 Apr 05:27 AM
New ZealandFatal dog attack: Community begins 'healing process' after child's deathA blessing has been given at Katikati Medical Centre, where staff tried to save Timoti, 4.09 Apr 11:41 PM
New Zealand‘Any dog can bite’: Fatal attack spark calls for safety educationThere were nearly 3000 dog-related injuries involved children under 15 last year.02 Apr 10:49 PM
New ZealandNan’s ‘unbearable’ grief after 4yo moko killed by dogsHe was her 'last connection' to her late daughter, a Givealittle page says.01 Apr 04:26 AM
New Zealand‘Go on little boy, your mum will be waiting’: Family’s tribute to 4yo killed in dog attackA small community is shocked by the death and praying for the surviving child. 29 Mar 06:37 PM
New Zealand‘Just starting his life’: Community mourns after young boy killed in dog attackAt 4 years old, the child was 'just starting his life'.29 Mar 07:53 AM
New Zealand‘Thoughts and prayers’: Young child dead, another person injured in vicious dog attackAnimal management has taken the dogs involved for investigation.29 Mar 03:24 AM
New Zealand'A real sweet dog': The guardian breed protecting farmers' stockMaremmas are a large Italian breed used to guard livestock from predators including wolves27 Mar 04:00 PM
WorldWatch: Pit bull leaps from car window and attacks motorcyclistIt wasn't the first time the dog attacked a motorcyclist.19 Mar 09:49 PM
New ZealandDogs maul woman in Northland: Man comes to rescue, also gets attackedThe woman was painting her house when four dogs broke through her fence and set upon her. 17 Mar 04:00 PM
