Lifestyle'Dogs' day out' designed to save kiwiIntroduced pests such as stoats, possums and rats might be major threats to New Zealand's dwindling kiwi population but another even 14 Sep 05:00 PM
OpinionMark Orams: Why not swim with Orca?COMMENT: There is widespread evidence that interactions between people and marine mammals can have negative outcomes.14 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandShark-dog home for cuddles - and outfitsShark-dog, who made headlines for his Houdini-like escape, is loving the attention and about to get his wardrobe updated.14 Sep 07:38 AM
WorldMillennials are picking pets over peopleMillennial men, it turns out, are more likely to look for companionship in pets.13 Sep 07:31 PM
New ZealandHeard of CatDog? Now there's shark dogJust when you thought it was safe to get out of the water, a shark has been spotted stalking the suburban streets of Christchurch.13 Sep 05:56 AM
New ZealandSentencing outcome due Friday over tiger attackSentencing has been delayed in the death of Hamilton Zoo curator Samantha Kudeweh, killed by a tiger nearly a year ago.13 Sep 01:42 AM
New ZealandAmazing aerial footage of orca huntingA Tauranga wildlife photographer was diving with friends when two orca "appeared out of nowhere".12 Sep 10:37 PM
OpinionJim Roberts: Myths no help to sea lionsCOMMENT: Misinformation is counterproductive in battling dramatic decline of species in Auckland Islands.11 Sep 05:00 PM
EntertainmentCraig Busch: 'You cannot abuse a lion'The Lion Man has hit back at new claims he abuses his animals at his big cat sanctuary in South Africa, saying "you cannot abuse a lion."10 Sep 07:10 PM
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
