Latest from Pets
Golden retriever rescued after being stuck on a cliff
Two-year-old golden retriever Remy rescued after being stuck on a cliff for two hours. Video / George Heard
Family claims dogs shot, possibly used as bait in alleged fight
The family claims their dog Diesel was covered in bites and appeared traumatised.
7 ways to get a feel-good fix of hormone oxytocin
Feeling a little stressed lately? Here are ways you can stimulate the feel-good hormone.
World-first cannabis trial for dogs to recruit 100 pets
All dog breeds are eligible including those with osteoarthritis or showing signs of it.
OnlyFans creators defend videos as 'standard agricultural practice' amid animal rights backlash
An animal rights group is petitioning MPI against the sexually charged cow videos.
Far North couple lose home, pets in devastating fire
Owners Susie and Kevin Wheller have been left with nothing but the clothes on their back.
OnlyFans footage of woman in bikini drinking from cows condemned by animal rights group
Safe is urging an investigation into the use of cows in explicit online content.
What to do in a dog attack
The Dog Safe Workplace director Jo Clough explains what to do if a dog rushes at or attacks you. Video / Katie Harris
Coatesville retiree retells story of the morning her dog was attacked
Coatesville retiree Denise Heald retells story of the morning her dog was attacked on their own property. Video / NZ Herald
EU passes new rules for pets, including microchips and bans on mutilations
All cats and dogs sold must have microchips registered in an EU database.
'Angel of a fireman': 87kg St Bernard saved by sandwich in house fire tragedy
The family pet was burned on his eye, nose and elbow, but he is on the mend.
Unusual guest checks in at Virginia motel – a two-metre alligator
The beast and its owner stopped for the night at the motel, and the gator took a stroll.
The surprising benefits of goats in modern workplace wellness
Goats are increasingly kept in Japan for their spiritual healing effects.
About 100 dead cats found at Japan woman's home
The property was overflowing with faeces and urine, says Animal Assist Senju.
Chinese zoo captures last runaway capybara after two-month search
The last runaway capybara, Doubao, was captured at the Yangzhou Zhuyuwan Scenic Area.
Herald NOW: Call for pets to be protected under family violence orders
A call for protection for pets under family violence orders. Video / Herald NOW
Dogs seized by council after eight cats killed in Auckland neighbourhood
An Auckland vet says 'her heart has to heal' after losing four cats in the attacks.
Petition to ban private fireworks to be presented to Parliament
Tara Nowacki has shared how the use of fireworks affects her rescue dog, Zeus. Video / Supplied
Fresh inquiries: Posh doggy daycare Pets and Pats' new base lacks resource consent
Fresh from court, Pets and Pats is facing new questions as neighbours let loose.
Cat owner told her missing moggie had been found – it was a lie that cost her hundreds
'I was just so ecstatic that my cat had been found and I wasn’t thinking straight.'
Could catnip wine be NZ's next big export?
'It’s a chance for New Zealand to do something fresh and unexpected - yet again.'
Small Business: Service with a smooch at Purrs & Beans
Faith-Ashleigh Wong and Shane O'Higgins talk to Tom Raynel about cats and coffee.
Owners 'hiding' roaming dogs that allegedly killed eight Auckland cats
The council confirmed the CCTV footage appeared to show the same dogs.
Eight cats killed on East Auckland street
Security camera footage captured in 2023 and 2025 shows two dogs roaming loose on an East Auckland property. Video / Supplied
Posh doggy daycare owner faces sentencing after 'repeated breaches'
Day of reckoning for doggy daycare owner Angela Beer.
Angela Beer from Pets and Pats sentenced
Angela Beer, owner of Pets and Pats, was sentenced today for repeated breaches of RMA at doggy daycare which was operating at Dairy Flat. Video / Sylvie Whinray, supplied
Shane Te Pou: Roaming dogs are terrorising our streets
Aggressive dogs often wander the streets freely and can be intimidating.