Latest from Pets & Animals

Serial cat burglar nicks neighbour's socks

Some cats treat their owners to the odd dead bird or mouse, but Bear the cross-eyed Tonkinese brings home gifts of a different kind.

Man who punched kangaroo keeps job

The elephant keeper who punched a kangaroo to save his beloved dog will keep his job at Taronga Zoo.

What the punched roo was actually doing

One of Australia's leading kangaroo experts has weighed in on the confrontation that sent the world into a meltdown.

The story behind that viral roo punch

It's been dubbed the most Aussie video you'll ever see. But the men behind the video says there's a lot more to what happened.

Five Places Cat Lovers Should Visit Before They Die

On International Cat Day, August 8 every year, cat lovers around the world dedicate an entire day to recognising and celebrating one

Man punches kangaroo to save dog

This is the moment a man threw a punch at a kangaroo to save his dog 'Max'.

Burmese python devours three deer

It seems venison was on the menu for a massive python in the Florida Everglades.

Duckling rescue in West Auckland

There was a happy ending for one mama duck spotted pacing in distress along a West Auckland road after her gaggle of babies fell into a drain this afternoon.

What to give your pet for Christmas

You are by no means alone if Bella and Missy are on your Christmas present list - and they're not your children. The furry members

Five Inspirational Animals to Brighten Your Day

You may have already heard of Hooch, an abused French mastiff announced as this year's Hero Dog of the Year by the American Humane

Critically endangered kakapo on increase

Kakapo numbers have increased 20 per cent after the most successful breeding season in 25 years.

This little piggy had lunch with police

A police officer and pig have become unlikely friends.

Politician taken out by squirrel

An anti-squirrel council board member ended up with some nasty injuries courtesy of his arch-nemesis.

When cats re-enact famous movie moments

A cat-loving couple are sending the Internet into a frenzy by re-enacting famous movie stills with the help of their cats.

Stunning pics in wildlife photo contest

Admirers of wildlife photography have the chance to vote for five top images from around the world.

Photos: Stunning wildlife shots from around the world

Check out these entries in the People's Choice category of this year's Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition run by the Natural History Museum in London. You can see the full gallery and vote on their website.