New ZealandHealth worker savaged by dogsA mental health worker was savaged about the head and neck during an attack by two dogs while she visited a client in Whangarei.24 Jul 12:00 AM
New ZealandShark death tragic accidentThe death of Adam Strange who was killed in a shark attack at Muriwai beach earlier this year could not have been prevented, a coroner has ruled.23 Jul 11:05 PM
New ZealandWoman badly bitten in dog attackA woman out for her morning walk was left with deep bites on her forearm and thighs after being rushed by a dog which dragged her to the ground.23 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandFarmer offers lamb after child's pet brutally killedThe owner of a lamb which was bashed and killed on Saturday says he has been blown away by one Central Otago sheep farmer's kindness.23 Jul 02:26 AM
New ZealandDog owners to pay attack victims $4kA Methven couple whose dangerous dogs attacked five people have been convicted and ordered to pay two of their victims a total of $4000 for medical help and counselling.23 Jul 01:20 AM
New ZealandDragged boy was tied to horseA 9-year-boy who died when a horse bolted had tied himself to the animal with a rope around his waist, police say.22 Jul 11:06 PM
OpinionShelley BridgemanShelly Bridgeman: All dogs deserve a tailAnimal lovers will be sickened by the details given in No conviction for pair who chopped off puppies' tails with knife.22 Jul 10:30 PM
New ZealandSuccess for Kokako breeding programmeA breeding programme has had its first successful wild-to-wild egg transfer, and in turn, led to a 20 per cent rise in the number of breeding pairs.22 Jul 09:49 PM
New ZealandBoy dragged to death by horse namedPolice have released the name of the 9-year-old boy who died after being dragged by a bolting horse in Northland on Saturday.22 Jul 03:20 AM
WorldZoo tries to mate siblingsWith the survival of a species on the line, Cincinnati Zoo scientists are hoping to mate their lone female Sumatran rhino with her little brother.22 Jul 02:46 AM
New ZealandNZ fur seals shot dead, DoC outragedTwo New Zealand fur seals have been shot dead on the South Island's east coast, a "grotesque" act which has outraged the Department of Conservation.22 Jul 02:18 AM
New ZealandPet lamb stolen, set on fire and dumpedA beloved pet lamb was stolen and later dumped with a smashed head and set on fire outside its Dunedin home early yesterday, police say.21 Jul 11:32 PM
New ZealandOne leg, one life less for ThumperA missing cat that lost a leg in an illegal gin trap was yesterday reunited with his tearful owners.20 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandBoy dragged to death by bolting horseA 10-year old boy has died after being dragged by a bolting horse just before sunset yesterday.20 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandSeal goes for a wander around Wellington CBDA seal which wandered around the streets of central Wellington this morning had to be herded back into the water by police.17 Jul 07:33 PM
New ZealandCat's 8 month Waiheke holidayIt has been third time lucky for the owners of a cat who had given up their pet for dead after he disappeared for eight months on Waiheke Island.16 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandPosties hurt in 153 dog attacksMore than 150 posties have been attacked by dogs in one year while delivering mail across New Zealand.14 Jul 05:30 PM
OpinionEditorial: Letting pooches fly in cabin just barking madAround the world, attitudes to pets vary widely. In this country it can be something of a surprise when dogs appear in the cabin.12 Jul 05:30 PM
LifestyleCuddly pets ready for adoptionAuckland SPCA is overrun with rabbits. The organisation is hunting for homes for more than 40 rabbits - and staff say it's a great time to adopt.11 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandShark deadly at both endsWhile sharks are usually feared more for their fangs, researchers have captured video footage of thresher sharks which use their tails as a weapon to stun or kill prey.11 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandPair admit illegal lobster saleTwo people have admitted to selling rock lobster gathered with authorisation for whanau gatherings.11 Jul 02:03 AM
WorldIncredible dog tricks by Jumpy Incredible dog tricks by Jumpy the border collie A proud dog owner has shared a video of his border collie Jumpy doing some of the most impressive dog tricks we've ever seen! courtesy Omar von Muller. Watch10 Jul 11:04 PM
New ZealandFirst ivory trading conviction in NZA senior investigator says illegal ivory trading is increasing in New Zealand, as a retiree becomes the first person convicted of ivory trading under NZ law.10 Jul 06:50 AM
AirlinesDogs provided 'psychiatric service'Two celebrity travellers were allowed to have their French bulldogs keep them company on an Air New Zealand flight because they were providing a "psychiatric service''.10 Jul 03:06 AM
AirlinesCelebs' pet dogs ride in style on Air NZTwo canine travellers caused a stir on a 10-hour international flight after Air New Zealand let the French bulldogs sit at the feet of their celebrity owners.09 Jul 05:30 PM
