WorldCat pulled from rubble after 16 daysThis is the moment a cat was found alive 16 days after it was trapped under rubble in the devastating Italian earthquake.10 Sep 06:31 AM
New ZealandUnderpass being made for penguinsIt sounds like a cute initiative, but creating an underpass for penguins in Oamaru is no walk in the park.08 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandWoolly school: Lamb daycare proves a hitWatch: A primary school north of Auckland has seen its roll surge in recent weeks with the opening of an unusual daycare.08 Sep 02:59 AM
TravelRoars for change in Thai tiger tourismDespite the closure of the popular Tiger Temple, Thailand's tiger entertainment industry is on the rise.07 Sep 09:02 PM
New ZealandMysterious black panther strikes againCanterbury woman knows some people might think she's crazy, but she reckons she saw elusive big black cat last month.07 Sep 07:45 AM
New ZealandDolphin learns to breathe through mouthAn endangered NZ dolphin whose blowhole was deformed or became injured has learned to breathe through its mouth.06 Sep 11:31 PM
New ZealandWatch: Rare NZ dolphin learns to breathe through its mouth after injuring its blowholeAn endangered dolphin whose blowhole was deformed or became injured has learned to breathe through its mouth. Biologists studying a pod of Hector's dolphins off the coast of New Zealand were surprised to see the adult dolphin surfacing in an unusual way compared to other members of its group.Watch06 Sep 11:30 PM
WorldUS man accused of painting dog purpleA man has been accused of breaking into a Massachusetts home and painting a dog purple before making a getaway in a stolen car.06 Sep 10:58 PM
WorldWatch: Drones capture video of rare white whale calfFootage from AFP. Scientists studying whales in Australia have gained rare images of a white calf swimming with its mother as part of a project they hope will help conservation efforts.Watch06 Sep 09:59 PM
New ZealandDead cattle may have fallen to beachCattle mysteriously washed up on Dunedin beaches are a puzzle for local authorities.05 Sep 08:11 PM
LifestyleFive cats who think they're dogsCats and dogs have long been pitted against each other as polar opposites: cats are known for being aloof, independent and sometimes 04 Sep 05:00 PM
LifestyleDogs really do know what you're sayingResearch shows dogs process language using the same regions of the brain as people.03 Sep 08:00 PM
LifestyleTabby Road: An album for cats?If you've got a musical moggy, this pet project could be right up your street - a CD of songs specifically for cats. The album, Music 03 Sep 02:00 AM
WorldMassive pig goes on the runA pig on the loose stunned motorists after the massive animal escaped from its home in Suffolk.02 Sep 09:26 PM
LifestyleIs this the grossest birthday cake ever?After her farmyard-mad son insisted on a birthday cake depicting a cow giving birth, this mum decided she had no choice but to come to the party.01 Sep 12:55 AM
TravelLost in the mountains? This cat can helpThis feline resident of a Swiss hostel has an important job to do.31 Aug 11:05 PM
LifestyleWatch: Study suggests dogs know what you're sayingScientists in Hungary say they have evidence showing that dogs understand at least some of what humans are saying. Researchers scanned brains of dogs as their owners spoke to determine what part of their brain they were usingWatch31 Aug 12:17 AM
WorldWatch: Cookie the 83 year old Cockatoo dies in ChicagoChicago's Brookfield Zoo is mourning the death of an 83-year-old cockatoo named Cookie. The Major Mitchell's cockatoo arrived at the zoo in 1934 and was the last survivor of the zoo's original collection. Watch30 Aug 08:27 PM
BusinessWhy this meme is worth $828,000Grumpy Cat has been responsible for hundreds of memes. But a recent use of this picture has caused some trouble.30 Aug 02:49 AM
WorldMan in gorilla suit drags kids aroundHarambe the gorilla has become a controversial mascot for a Cincinnati school's football team.29 Aug 06:50 PM
New ZealandThe guide dog that hates classical musicYorrick, the German shepherd, has been banned from Auckland Town Hall concerts after barking in displeasure at brass solos.29 Aug 05:25 AM
World'Let's make the last day the best one yet'Final days of a dog's life revealed in heartbreaking post from pet owner.27 Aug 08:03 PM
LifestyleSugar turn pet treat into lap of luxuryCOMMENT: If your cat enjoys a healthy diet full of meat then as a carnivore it should be quite healthy, so it doesn't really need this milk.26 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldBattle for activist who gave pigs waterOn a hot day in June last year, Anita Krajnc stopped on the side of a road in Burlington, Ontario, next to a large trailer packed with grunting pigs.26 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandChristchurch dog owners love LabradorsSherlock and Berlin are four and eight year-old chocolate labradors. They are two of more than 4600 labradors in the city, the most popular dog breed this year.26 Aug 05:00 AM
WorldWatch: Killer python regurgitates entire antelopeWarning: Video may disturb some viewersWatch26 Aug 02:00 AM
New ZealandKiwi chick arrives at Auckland ZooAuckland Zoo has welcomed its first new arrival of the season with the birth of a kiwi chick. The zoo announced the news on Twitter 25 Aug 04:13 AM
LifestyleWhy the internet is crying over this catMeet Little Andrew, a cat who held his owner's hands as he made his final trip to the vet.25 Aug 12:17 AM
New ZealandVets offer advice about dog poisoningVets are urging owners to keep their dogs away from poison after two fell sick in Auckland over the past week.23 Aug 07:28 AM
New ZealandHappy ending for dog stuck down creviceA fire fighter was lowered into the natural limestone shaft - just 40cm wide - to rescue Middy who had been missing since Saturday.23 Aug 04:49 AM
