LifestyleSurge in abandoned pets, says SPCAA spike in dumped pets is causing concern in Whangarei.26 Apr 07:32 AM
New ZealandReleased: 'Menacing dog' guidelinesA guideline on how to identify signs of a "menacing dog" have been released by Auckland Council, following an amnesty for dog owners with unregistered pooches.26 Apr 02:31 AM
Lifestyle'I think I can, I think I can'Watch: A fuzzy old cat's indecision over how to best make the leap into its owner's linen cupboard has brought smiles to Aucklanders.25 Apr 12:52 AM
LifestyleWhy owning a dog is good for your healthBeing a dog owner could save your life, or significantly lengthen it.24 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandCall for care of quirky seabirdsEfforts must be ramped up to save populations of a quirky native seabird species clinging to survival on Auckland coastlines, a leading ecologist says.24 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Blessy the chicken survives being hit by carMark Kreling talks about hitting a chicken with his car, the chicken surviving and taking refuge behind the grill of his car. The chicken now lives with Mark and a little over a month later after the crash, Blessy the chicken has laid an egg.Watch23 Apr 03:41 AM
LifestyleThe key to a longer life? Walk the dogResearchers have found that adults of 60 years or more who form strong bonds with their dogs tend to exercise more often and for longer.23 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandAmnesty 'vilifies good dog owners'Auckland Council's amnesty for dog owners who don't properly care for their animals vilifies owners who love their pets, the NZ Kennel Club says.21 Apr 05:00 PM
WorldWatch: Snake found in toilet of family home - on second floorSource: Channel 7/Manly Daily A Sydney mother was surprised to find a snake had slithered it's way up the piping to the second floor toilet of her home.Watch21 Apr 06:36 AM
LifestyleWhen firefighters pose with puppiesThis annual firefighters calendar has added another irresistible dimension.21 Apr 02:01 AM
LifestyleIs this the grossest fish ever?A popular food blogger went to Hong Kong in search of a giant catfish, what he got was the worst meal of his life.20 Apr 10:30 PM
New ZealandIs this enough to combat dog attacks?In a bid to deal with dangerous dogs, Auckland Council is offering an amnesty to dog owners to get them registered, microchipped and de-sexed.20 Apr 10:27 PM
New ZealandKiwi's incredible underwater imagesImages of Great Whites have been used for years to instill fear but one Kiwi guy is hoping to turn that on its head with his incredible underwater photos.20 Apr 08:07 PM
LifestyleNine foods that could kill your dogSome seemingly harmless foods can be toxic to our four-legged friends.20 Apr 03:35 AM
New ZealandWatch: Is this kokako drunk or playful?A video capturing a North Island kokako's colourful antics has been attracting thousands of views on YouTube.19 Apr 10:39 PM
New ZealandWatch: Is this kokako drunk?Is this kokako drunk or just playful? A video capturing a North Island kokako's colourful antics has been attracting thousands of views on YouTube.Watch19 Apr 10:20 PM
New ZealandWatch: Padme home after 16 monthsA Tauranga family has been reunited with their beloved cat 16 months after it went missing.Watch19 Apr 07:08 PM
New ZealandError scuttles SPCA's chargeA farmhand did not face animal cruelty charges because a council wrongly said drowning possums was a humane way to kill them.19 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandPadme home after 16 monthsA Tauranga family has been reunited with their beloved cat 16 months after it went missing.19 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandWeird stowaways that made it into NZA surprise snake slithered out of a vehicle a Auckland car yard, but it wasn't the first serpent this year to make its way past NZ borders.18 Apr 03:03 AM
OpinionCatriona MacLennan: Goats are not captive lawnmowersCOMMENT: Catriona MacLennan asks, why does NZ not ban tethering? An outright ban would send a clear message about how goat welfare can best be protected.17 Apr 11:18 PM
New Zealand'I just saw it coming at me'As 92-year-old Jim Morgan lay on the ground trying to fight off the stray dog attacking him, all he could think of was protecting his best mate, Sandy.17 Apr 08:00 PM
New ZealandDNA test key to tracking treasured poochA family whose beloved purebred dog was stolen turned into super sleuths to track her down, using DNA from one of her puppies.17 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi chicks arrive at new home on MotutapuThree kiwi chicks have arrived at their new home as part of an effort to save a rare species of our national bird.17 Apr 12:34 AM
EntertainmentJoss Stone cancels tour to be with her dogJoss Stone has cancelled her Caribbean tour dates to be with her poorly dog.16 Apr 11:30 PM
New ZealandNew Zealand as the birds see usThe epic voyage of discovery looks at the social and natural history of our shores, and showcases Aoteaora from the air.16 Apr 05:00 PM
EntertainmentEarth to dinosaursBig things are set to roar in to the spotlight on stage at the Bruce Mason Centre, writes Dionne Christian.15 Apr 10:00 PM
WorldShark 'like a dog with a bone'Watch: A group of fishermen in the US were forced to share their catch after a massive shark leapt out of the water for a bite of the fish they had hooked.15 Apr 09:46 PM
New ZealandWatch: Meet Sassy the miniature horseSassy the miniature horse brings Northlanders happiness where ever she trots.15 Apr 06:50 AM
LifestyleWhy bed bugs are harder than ever to get rid ofNew findings could explain why failures in the control of bed bug infestations are so common.14 Apr 10:00 PM
EditorialEditorial: Dog ownership carries heavy duty of careSome owners will attest that their pet is as placid as any canine breed can be, but that is not saying very much. Many an owner of a normally docile dog knows it is not completely reliable.14 Apr 09:30 PM
New ZealandInky 'the great escape' Octopus a starAnimal rights group says octopus whose escape made headlines around the world was probably going crazy in its tank.14 Apr 03:34 AM
