New ZealandSix dog attacks reported in Whanganui over four daysDog attacks in Whanganui prompt a call for better control by owners.20 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandA safe haven for abused pets opens in AucklandPets will be temporarily housed at the shelter while owners leaving abuse relocate.10 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldChina's wandering elephants may finally be heading homeAn elephant herd making a journey into southwest China appears to be heading home.10 Aug 01:36 AM
New ZealandYou've got to be kidding: Goats storm Napier doctorsThere was no kidding around when the pair ended up at a medical centre.09 Aug 08:53 PM
RoyalsWilliam and Kate release sweet new photo of Princess CharlotteThe 6-year-old princess appears to share her father's love for conservation.07 Aug 07:43 PM
LifestyleKiwi alpaca Geronimo on death row in UK after Boris Johnson refuses to save itTens of thousands pleaded to save Geronimo's life after he tested positive for bovine TB.06 Aug 09:20 PM
LifestyleFeeding your dog vegetables could cause heart problemsThat 'grain-free' kibble may not be as good for your dog as you may think.05 Aug 11:59 PM
New ZealandTricky moove: Cow craned to safety after bizarre farm accidentIs it a bird? Is it a plane? No it's a cow on the mooove.04 Aug 06:28 AM
RoyalsThe Queen launches dog biscuit line with royal flavourQueen Elizabeth's Game Bones come in a paper bag with a royal seal.03 Aug 09:08 PM
LifestyleZoo parrots separated after encouraging each other to swear at visitorsDoes Polly want a cracker? Not this time. Instead, the parrots want visitors to 'f*** off'01 Aug 11:53 PM
Travel'Stupid': Tourist charged over bear videoIt was a terrifying moment she managed to get on camera. Now she's facing criminal charges01 Aug 06:34 PM
EntertainmentCarole Baskin thinks Joe Exotic should get early release if he snitchesJoe Exotic is serving a big sentence but Carole Baskin supports him getting out earlier.01 Aug 12:17 AM
New ZealandWatch: 'Pest control' man allegedly shoots pet cat dead in front of distraught ownerA Taumarunui local is fighting for justice after gun is aimed at his beloved pet.29 Jul 07:10 PM
New ZealandFriends rally around tireless animal rescuer who lost home and cats in fireSome of the cats being cared for at the property are still unaccounted for.28 Jul 10:58 PM
New ZealandCats killed in fire: Firefighters seen with scratches on their armsAt least 11 cats have died in a house fire in Golflands, East Auckland.28 Jul 01:24 AM
WorldSnow leopard tests positive for Covid-19Ramil has a cough and a runny nose — and no one knows how he got the virus.24 Jul 11:40 PM
Kahu'Toa passed quickly, surrounded by love': Sunrise marae burial for baby OrcaToa died surrounded by love, DoC says.23 Jul 08:35 PM
New ZealandFine weather opens window to find baby orca Toa's podDoC says the orca calf has reacted well to being back in the sea.22 Jul 08:47 PM
LifestyleWoman's heartbreaking explanation for leaving dog in carAngry letter accusing a woman of being a bad dog owner leaves her rattled.22 Jul 07:13 AM
New ZealandBaby orca Toa: DoC has 'contingency plans for all scenarios'Dr Ingrid Visser says they won't euthanase Toa if he remains healthy.20 Jul 08:22 PM
New ZealandGone rogue: NZ celebrity animals whose wild antics have gripped the nation'This is one of the funniest things I've ever seen. You're being shagged by a rare parrot'14 Jul 09:52 PM
OpinionMatt HeathMatt Heath: Our complex relationship with animalsGen Xers are a powerful and sexy generation. We are ruthless and cynical.11 Jul 05:00 PM
World'Nightmare scenario': Potentially untreatable superbug being passed from dogs to humansAntimicrobial resistance is forecast to kill 10 million a year by 2050 if left unchecked.10 Jul 10:47 PM
EntertainmentThe real-life shark horror story that paved the way for JawsANALYSIS: In July 1945, the USS Indianapolis was torpedoed in shark-infested waters.10 Jul 03:00 AM
LifestyleWorld's tallest horse, Big Jake, dies in WisconsinThe 20-year-old Belgian named Big Jake lived on Smokey Hollow Farm in Poynette.06 Jul 05:22 AM
LifestyleHorror in the U-bend: Man bitten on genitals by Austrian toilet snakeHe was doing his business when he "felt a nip in the genital area".05 Jul 09:49 PM
LifestyleHorse poo alert: Community in stink over city vs country battleCountry dwellers point finger at incoming townies over the vexed issue of horse dung.04 Jul 10:19 PM
WorldMan found guilty of stabbing 16 catsSteven Bouquet found guilty of "savage" stabbing of 16 cats, which left nine dead.02 Jul 08:22 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessObituary: John Palamountain's legacy his life's workThe Whanganui businessman had a passion for land and animals.02 Jul 05:00 PM
LifestyleDog poo spray battle: Mum takes on irresponsible ownersMum takes action after battling against a stinking tide of dog mess.30 Jun 06:28 PM
VideoRobins Return TrailerA teaser for PNCC's mini-documentary Robins Return. Video / Palmerston North City CouncilWatch29 Jun 11:01 PM
RoyalsMonaco Princess undergoing 'multiple procedures' for serious infectionBefore contracting an infection she worked with various ambassadors to raise awareness.26 Jun 10:56 PM
EntertainmentUnearthed Steve Irwin letter exposes tragedy of family feudA letter written by Steve Irwin to his father highlights just how much has changed.25 Jun 11:41 PM
WorldHoming fail: 10,000 pigeons lost during raceSolar storm blamed for 'one of the very worst ever racing days in our history'.24 Jun 07:04 PM