EntertainmentWatch: Shaba trailerRetiti is Africa's first indigenous-owned elephant sanctuary which was built for orphan elephants to be rehabilitated to go back into the wild. Video / Ami Vitale.Watch30 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandTwelve-metre monster: Rare juvenile shark rescued by beachgoers could grow to be huge, expert saysPerhaps swimmers and beachgoers should be a bit careful this summer.30 Nov 02:14 AM
New ZealandWellington Zoo welcomes baby giraffeA baby giraffe has been born at Wellington Zoo for the first time since 2004.30 Nov 12:39 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleCould a new drug make your dog live longer? And if so, should you use it?New York Times: Longevity drugs for our canine companions are moving closer to reality.29 Nov 02:25 AM
New ZealandFamily whose Rottweiler ‘Chopper’ attacked vet ordered to remove ‘threatening’ FB pageA judge ordered the removal of a Facebook page that posted threats against a Tauranga vet.27 Nov 04:09 AM
New ZealandWhale you wait: Curious orcas temporarily halt wharf workA family took a swim into Ahuriri for lunch. Perhaps they'll stick around?22 Nov 03:28 AM
New ZealandBaby girl attacked by dog recovering; Kaipara mayor says increasing dog attacks 'worrying'Kaipara's mayor is concerned about rising figures relating to dog attacks in Northland.21 Nov 10:48 PM
New Zealand'She has to go everywhere with me': Pet chicken frequents job sites and cafes in WhangāreiNorthlander Clark Ha has a special bond with a chicken called Yuki.21 Nov 04:00 PM
EntertainmentJohn Oliver unveils 'magnificent' Bird of the Century sculpture'Pūteketeke today, pūteketeke tomorrow, pūteketeke for the next hundred years. We did it.'20 Nov 10:01 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRanger called after florist dog pops out to see passing pupsDogs can be in the owner's shop but not on the street in part of Whanganui's central city.20 Nov 04:00 PM
EditorialEditorial: Rigged election ruffled some feathers, but still an excellent outcomeOPINION: Our editorial on John Oliver's campaign hijack and its helpful publicity.17 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandFarmer un-mooved by rare triplet calves"I wouldn’t call it a special cow, it’s just another cow."16 Nov 01:01 AM
WorldFoal play: Horse on the loose forces cargo jet back to New YorkThe pilot radioed air traffic control about the escape and requested a vet's assistance.15 Nov 11:08 PM
New ZealandWellington cycleway developers warned after deaths of little blue penguinsDoC has issued a formal warning over deaths amid Wellington-Petone cycleway work.15 Nov 04:34 AM
New ZealandWhy a South Island tractor driver’s chance moa discovery just got more incredibleMoa footprints discovered in Otago riverbed found to be second-oldest ever documented.15 Nov 04:00 AM
New ZealandCaught red-pawed: Meet the serial dog burglar who made off with a neighbour's beef roastLeo's swag of stolen goods includes work shorts, cheese graters, a hot pie and tarakihi.14 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandSummer spike in bad dog behaviour sparks reminder about canine etiquetteNorthland councils see a spike in complaints about bad dog behaviour every summer.12 Nov 10:03 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettSir John Key's challenge to Luxon to deliver on great panda promiseFormer PM challenges incoming one to pick up his lost zoo dream.11 Nov 04:00 PM
World'Like a rag doll': Man survives frightening crocodile attack after biting it on eyelid“It was a big grab and he shook me like a rag doll and took off back into the water."08 Nov 07:43 PM
OpinionHow Phar Lap became a 'holy relic' in colonial Australia and New ZealandPhar Lap has occupied a unique place in the story of Australia’s and NZ's identities.06 Nov 11:06 PM
New ZealandDog punched and thrown against wall discovered with broken ribs, collapsed lungThe woman attacked the dog after he relieved himself inside.05 Nov 10:17 PM
New Zealand'Magnificent animal' - Effort to bury sperm whale that died on Christchurch beachThe whale stranded on a sandbar at South New Brighton Beach last night.05 Nov 06:15 AM
WorldColombia to cull drug kingpin Pablo Escobar’s ‘cocaine hippos’The 166-strong herd are descendants of animals brought there from Africa by Escobar.05 Nov 03:48 AM
New ZealandMore than 20 puppies abandoned in South Auckland over 24 hoursPlastic container with 20 pups dumped at a Manukau pound; nine more found in Clendon Park.02 Nov 04:37 AM
New Zealand'Proud to protect them': Nesting native birds a priority for airportA plan is being hatched to protect endangered dotterels nesting next to Auckland Airport.01 Nov 10:30 PM
New ZealandInside an animal shelter on Guy Fawkes night: Music, volunteers and calming spraysWhat do animal shelters do on the loudest night of the year to help their furry residents?31 Oct 07:00 PM
KahuWe’ve had Opo the dolphin - now meet Flaxmere's Asher the parrotAsher the Flaxmere parrot is a chip off the old block,30 Oct 07:30 AM
TravelDog owners left shocked by this huge travel expensePet owners complain that boarding them over holidays costs more than childcare.29 Oct 10:41 PM
World'Immense amount of blood': Rottweiler mauls owner after she fed him cannabisThe owners bought the cannabis lollies for their dog because they said he was 'stressed'.29 Oct 10:14 PM
New ZealandGet in behind 'em: Waikato duo step up for transtasman sheep dog testsLocal farmer and paw-some companion will compete in the Trans-Tasman Sheep Dog Trial.26 Oct 08:53 PM
New ZealandPet Day tradition carries on strong for school community at cyclone-hit PatokaPatoka School students celebrated a return to normal life with their Pet Day on Thursday.26 Oct 03:12 AM
New Zealand'A wonderful guy': Deer farming pioneer honoured in ceremonySir Tim Wallis, of Wānaka, died on Tuesday evening last week following a short illness.24 Oct 11:37 PM
New ZealandFamily's opposition to pet crematorium being built next door costs them $121,000Soul Friends owner: 'I don’t think there’s ever a perfect place to put a crematorium'.24 Oct 07:00 AM
LifestyleCats have the power to glow in the dark, scientists discoverMysterious fluorescent properties "could help mammals communicate".22 Oct 05:54 AM
