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Plea for return of stolen puppies (watch video)

An Auckland pet shop manager is pleading for the return of three puppies snatched from under her nose and in full view of security cameras.

Rare kiwi to be released

First humpback whale spotted in harbour

The last fish supper

For years, we've considered fish to be a healthier, more eco-minded alternative to red meat and chicken, but today this has been called into doubt. Anna Hart finds out how we can enjoy seafood without a side-helping of guilt ...

Cheaper in long run to save planet's biodiversity: report

Jim Eagles: A dog of a time through Customs

If you're moving back from Australia to New Zealand - going against the tide - you're better off not being a dog.

River clean-ups revive flagging otter numbers

Lion Man's fans call for his return

Supporters of Lion Man Craig Busch have mounted a campaign in support of him, after the death of a tiger at Zion Wildlife Gardens.

Pigeons' instinct for a high-risk flutter 'explains human gambling'

Taking big risks in the hope of high rewards may be a fundamental part of our biological nature, the pigeon study has shown.

Hangdog mutts suffer from the blues - study

Scientists have shown what many dog owners have suspected - while some canines are joyfully optimistic about life, others have a tendency for gloomy pessimism.

Dog lover NZ's newest MP

Bird of the Year 2010

Here are New Zealand's Top 10 favourite native birds as voted on ForestandBird.org.nz, with the kakariki taking out Bird of the Year 2010.

The curious relationships between people and animals

Hal Herzog, one of America's foremost psychologists, is dedicated to understanding our often contradictory behaviour towards different species.

Dead cat in box charge withdrawn

Double the dads, triple the offspring

Cat burglar gets away with a paw-fect crime