PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFlying dogs: From chained and starving, to bliss in QueenstownAbandoned and neglected dogs on death row start new lives in the South Island.17 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Last resort': Adoptable dogs being euthanised as shelters at capacityThe report shows in the previous year no dogs were put down due to shelter capacity.15 Feb 04:12 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRescue dogs find new homes in QueenstownPaws Restart dog rescue founder Tania Dicks-Maurice rehomes neglected North Island dogs in Queenstown and Christchurch. Video / Alex BurtonWatch13 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Gutted, beyond disgusted': Dog euthanised despite adoption requestThe council said the dog showed signs of concerning behaviour, which led to its decision.12 Feb 01:45 AM
LifestyleShould my pet sleep in my bed?There are benefits to sharing a bed with your pet – as long as you’re scrupulously clean.02 Feb 11:48 PM
New ZealandThe secret to dog trials successDog triallist Tom Dickison is a novice, while his father Brian is a seasoned campaigner.31 Jan 11:38 PM
New ZealandBorder collie’s wounds heal after ‘devastating’ dog attackPaul Gibbs' dog Molly sustained "horrific injuries".24 Jan 11:31 PM
New ZealandMan hit dog he was entrusted to care for with malletLance Tengu took a mallet and hit the dog in the head intending to kill it.21 Jan 11:49 PM
New Zealand‘Best buds’: Hawke’s Bay’s most popular dog names revealedThe most favoured dog name of last year is released and it may come as a surprise.20 Jan 09:34 PM
New ZealandAggressive pups and deadly dog disease fears spark change at Rotorua's poundRotorua's council explains why it removed its dog drop-off box.18 Jan 07:03 PM
Lifestyle'Oldest dog ever’ loses title after questions raised about ageGuinness World Records has suspended the title of oldest dog while it investigates.16 Jan 10:41 PM
WorldSouth Korea bans dog meat industryA new bill will stop the breeding, slaughtering and selling of dogs for their meat.13 Jan 02:57 AM
New ZealandBike-riding man with meth leads police on chase before punching dogNeither the officer nor the dog were injured in the early morning attack.11 Jan 02:09 AM
New ZealandChopper case: Dog owner's son in court over abusive Facebook pages'Don’t do anything stupid like that again', says judge.10 Jan 10:45 PM
New ZealandFamily pooch burns down home after turning on stoveThe canine was possibly in search of food.09 Jan 11:04 PM
New ZealandCouncil defends taking dog from locked kennel on man's propertySky was a stray a Kawakawa man wanted to adopt, but council took her from a locked kennel.08 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandSPCA feeling the squeeze with peak kitten season still to comeKitten season is triggered by warmer summer months when cats are seeking to mate.08 Jan 04:08 AM
New Zealand'Traumatised' pet owner attacked twice speaks out as roaming dog reports spikeThe number of dog-related incidents including dog attacks this year revealed.03 Jan 10:32 PM
New ZealandCrime, bad road behaviour among key concerns for North's communities over summerBurnouts, alcoho and roaming dogs are some of the things locals are worried about.01 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'My poor puppy': Chihuahua mauled to death by bull terrierHorror as owner and 8-year-old son witnessed vicious attack.28 Dec 05:04 AM
Entertainment'I’m not okay': Lizzo reveals heartbreaking family death“I’m not okay. I'm so heartbroken. RIP Pooka," she wrote on Instagram.26 Dec 10:14 PM
New ZealandThe echo of the huntaway will be heard againDog trials are now able to recommence in Ākitio after extensive cyclone repairs.24 Dec 07:44 PM
RacingPostman Pat finishes second in The PhoenixThe greyhound has now won over $500,000 in prizemoney.20 Dec 01:38 AM
LifestyleCases of pet heatstroke on the rise in NZ - here's how to prevent itAs temperatures rise, here's how to keep your pets safe in the sun.18 Dec 11:11 PM
New ZealandMay the paws be with you - Waikato Police dog Obi-Wan ready for actionThe Waikato dog patrol unit receives its tenth canine-human duo.18 Dec 01:39 AM
New ZealandNeighbours at war over barking Shih Tzu dogsRuby and Simba have been the subject of 17 complaints from three neighbours.15 Dec 07:27 PM
New ZealandDog owner bitten by man after elderly border collie mauledMolly has had two surgeries and may need more after her throat was 'ripped open'.15 Dec 04:03 PM
New ZealandFinding Roo: Christchurch pup's dramatic tale of survival after falling from back of uteChristmas came early for the Nichol family when they were reunited with Roo.15 Dec 02:53 AM
New ZealandDog toy resembling kiwi pulled from Mitre 10 shelvesA conservation group is praising the hardware store's move.15 Dec 01:36 AM
New ZealandNew Zealand’s first rabies death reveals horror of diseaseFilipino man died from rabies in New Zealand in March.14 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Tired’ Gisborne animal control officer at fault for death of family dogThe dog's death was because of 'human error'.14 Dec 02:45 AM
EntertainmentBritney Spears rushes her dog to the vet after birthday partyThe pop star called off her birthday celebration early and rushed her pooch to the vet.02 Dec 07:59 PM
New Zealand'It’s like having a child': Owners of diabetic pets face big costsOne vet says pet owners should not “reward the waistline” with treats.02 Dec 04:01 PM
WorldDog meat protester threatens to kill himself if South Korea goes ahead with banDemonstrators threaten to release thousands of dogs into central Seoul to protest the ban.02 Dec 04:33 AM
