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Watch: Girl kicked off beach for cruel sea lion act

A girl was evicted from a popular beach, prompting a 'perfect' response from the lifeguard

Focus: Wellington Dog Section boss retires after more than 50 years service

It was an emotional day for Wellington Dog Section boss Senior Sergeant Mark Davidson, retiring in a formal parade after more than 50 years of service. Video / NZ Herald

The possible trigger that caused rottweilers to attack Sydney newborn

Experts have contested claims the dogs attacked the baby "without reason".

Neighbours reported rottweilers to council before baby mauled to death

Mia Jade Riley was asleep in her bassinet at grandfather’s home when the attack occurred.

'There's no doubt' it's Pablo: Mystery of the missing macaw grips Auckland

Pablo's owner won't give up on him - and a whole community swooped in to help.

Obese 'kitty king' becomes top-rated attraction in Polish city

The fat feline has a flawless five-star rating on Google Maps.

This little piggy went to bed, in a flooded muddy bedroom it’s claimed as its own

Sometimes flood stories can sound a lot like fairytales.

Watch: Furry friends find safe haven at Hastings Racecourse after cyclone

Hastings racecourse becomes a hub for animal help and household donations.

Watch: Holy cow! Moment herd in neck-deep floods swim to safety

Neck-deep in water, the cows were centimetres from drowning. Then their owner had a plan.

Dog eats owner’s medication, racks up massive vet bill after parcel tossed in yard

The owner paid over $700 to have his dog's stomach pumped, it now faces long-term illness.

Decision released: The reasons posh doggy daycare wasn’t evicted

Neighbours' testimony over barking noise fails to win Tenancy Tribunal case.

Sealife dead on East Coast beach after Cyclone Hale

Thousands of crayfish and paua wash up dead on East Coast beach after Cyclone Hale. Video / Graeme Atkins

'He was one-in-a-million': Cat lover mourns slain pet as dog impounded

At least five cats were attacked by two roaming dogs in Glen Innes.

Focus: Bugged by flies this summer? You're not alone

Pest controllers are seeing a surge in flies and other insects this summer, and Pest Management Association vice president Dr Paul Craddock reveals the numbers will only get worse with the wet, humid weather. Video / NZ Herald

'Just want them home': $3000 reward for two dogs believed stolen

Flatmates offer a $3000 reward for information leading to pets' safe return.

Pilot saves puppy abandoned by a traveller at San Francisco Airport

The fluffy traveller was ditched by his owner after arriving at SFO.

'Gross' thing dog owners need to stop

It's something most dog owners do but a doctor says it could cause huge health problems.

World’s smartest dog revealed - and it might surprise you

Border collie often thought of as world’s smartest - but new study finds otherwise.