New ZealandBoy jumped on by dog while at schoolA schoolboy was jumped on by a dog while at school yesterday and has received a large scratch on his shoulder.10 May 03:51 AM
New ZealandEmu on the runAn emu roamed the streets of a Northland town this afternoon until firefighters managed to catch the flightless bird.10 May 02:46 AM
WorldWoman mauled by skunk pigsIt's the stuff of nightmares. A woman was set upon by a herd of javelinas - bizarre looking beasts also known as skunk pigs.09 May 10:12 PM
New ZealandHeadless cat found washed up in harbourA headless black and white cat was found washed up in Eastbourne, Wellington yesterday.09 May 04:31 AM
LifestyleTop 5: Tips for grooming your catCats are well known for their abilities to self-groom, but this doesn't mean your feline friend won't need a hand from time to time.09 May 12:10 AM
New ZealandRental bans frustrate pet-loversThe problem was becoming so bad the SPCA had created a waiting list as there wasn't enough space to take in the animals.07 May 05:00 PM
WorldBall of cuteness halts commutersA bundle of cuteness bought commuters at a train station in Washington to a halt.06 May 07:57 PM
WorldWatch: Baby beaver at train station has it's Twitter momentSource: Twitter / Jonathan MurrayWatch06 May 07:05 AM
New ZealandWatch: Playful orca pod in Okiwi BayWarning: Coarse language. Source: Youtube / Tom DavieWatch06 May 06:04 AM
LifestyleIs your Labrador retriever fat? Genetics might be to blameIt turns out that pudgy pups may not be able to help their overeating.05 May 09:00 PM
New ZealandWhale's jawbone hacked offThe Department of Conservation is seeking those responsible for using a chainsaw to hack out a dead sperm whale's jawbone.05 May 06:08 PM
RoyalsRoyals welcome new (furry) additionKate Middleton has been hearing the pitter-patter of a new set of little feet recently, after the family welcomed a hamster named Marvin.05 May 06:00 AM
New ZealandNot 'wet fish', but live fighting fishA passenger from Vietnam arrived in NZ with live Siamese fighting fish in plastic bags, declaring them as "wet fish" on his arrival forms.04 May 10:11 PM
LifestyleWorld's most selfless loverThe Madagascan Darwin's bark spider gives oral sex to female mates up to 100 times during sex. Its reward? Being eaten afterward.04 May 06:33 AM
Lifestyle'Catterbox' turns cats meows into wordsA talking cat collar turns meows into words, but we're not sure a cat's every thought is complimentary.04 May 04:30 AM
WorldMeet the kangaroo of your nightmaresThis kangaroo looks innocent at first ... until it holds a frozen outstretched claw in the air, like it's the Grim Reaper (or an avid Lady Gaga fan).02 May 07:49 PM
LifestyleGee whizz, I need a top nameWorking biosecurity beagle Aria gave birth to the three male and three female pups in March. Children are being asked to name a litter of detector dogs.02 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandMaui's dolphin protection plan doesn't breach TreatyThe Waitangi Tribunal has found that the Government's protection plan for the highly endangered Maui's dolphin does not breach the Treaty of Waitangi.02 May 06:00 AM
New ZealandBlessy the chicken reunited with schoolboy ownerA plucky chook that survived being hit by a car was yesterday reunited with its thrilled schoolboy owner.01 May 10:06 AM
SportBlack cat runs through ice hockey gameWhy did the cat cross the ice? No one knows, but video has gone viral.30 Apr 10:42 PM
New Zealand'He was naughty for biting me'Darnell Mikaere Minarapa-Brown is waiting to see his mates again and getting ready to go back to school.30 Apr 05:00 PM
LifestyleDogs boost heart healthDogs have long been known as man's best friend, but it turns out they are good for our heart health, too.29 Apr 08:59 PM
New ZealandDog on death row - bill worries ownerA Cobden woman whose dog bit a tradesman is concerned she will have to pay $1560 for its incarceration -- a bill that is growing by the day.28 Apr 03:22 AM
New ZealandRants & Raves: Irresponsible dog owners everywhereThere are irresponsible dog owners in every suburb. Including those at the beachfront house in Omaha.27 Apr 08:05 PM
WorldZoo kills healthy zebra, feeds it to tigersA Norwegian zoo has provoked parents' fury after feeding a whole dead zebra to its tigers in full view of visitors.27 Apr 07:07 PM
New ZealandReward offered to help find dog shooterThe SPCA have offered a $1000 reward to anyone who can help identify a person responsible for shooting a dog multiple times.27 Apr 10:12 AM
New ZealandMonty's epic 240km journey homeMonty is a bit of a tub, but that didn't get in the way of his unaided journey from Greymouth to his old house in Christchurch.27 Apr 07:37 AM
TravelCuddling puppies in paradiseIf you've ever missed your dog while on holiday, this Caribbean island could be the perfect destination for you.27 Apr 03:27 AM
TravelAnimal charity takes aim at TripAdvisorTop travel website TripAdvisor has been accused of "profiting from the world's cruelest animal attractions" by an international animal welfare charity.27 Apr 01:29 AM
LifestyleWhy hugging your dog makes it sadThey're man's best friend - and rather cuddly and comforting too. But researchers say you shouldn't hug your dog because it makes them sad.26 Apr 11:54 PM
New ZealandGazza's legacy to live onCentral District Police are eagerly awaiting a new recruit - the niece or nephew of slain police dog Gazza.26 Apr 11:47 PM
WorldCall to end rides after elephant's deathActivists are calling for an end to elephant rides after an elderly female named Sambo collapsed after carrying tourists around a historic site.26 Apr 07:26 PM
