LifestyleThe Conversation: Is it okay to kiss your pet?While pets have many mental health benefits, they can spread infectious diseases too.17 Sep 02:24 AM
New ZealandNumber of dogs being put down in Auckland doubles in yearAuckland Council is now looking at ways to increase capacity at shelters.15 Sep 04:09 AM
New ZealandAuckland police's 'ruff' callout after dog's head stuck in kennel roofPolice faced a ruff callout - it ended in unexpected licks and cuddles.12 Sep 03:12 AM
TravelDog missing at world’s busiest airport for 24 days, found at lastThe dog spent three weeks airside at Atlanta Airport, after breaking free in transit.12 Sep 02:26 AM
New ZealandTop dog has a quarry for an officeTerry is the assistant quarry manager at Atiamuri Sand and Pumice in the Waikato.28 Aug 08:55 PM
Lifestyle'Everything I needed to watch': Iconic Dulux dog's adorable updateOne of the world’s most recognisable dogs has welcomed a litter of adorable pups.27 Aug 08:30 PM
EntertainmentNew twist in case against Amber Heard for smuggling pet dogs into OzThe actress allegedly lied to a court.24 Aug 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCat-astrophe: Northland groups welcome report recommending mandatory desexingAnimal welfare groups are backing a report that would make desexing cats mandatory.23 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandRottweiler that bit vet must be put down, judge rulesChopper supporter ejected from court after yelling abuse at the judge.21 Aug 04:14 AM
New Zealand‘We’re going to miss him forever’: Superstar cat 'went out on his own terms'Rodney the cat spent his last days "sun-puddling" in Otamatea.14 Aug 11:16 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'People need to start taking responsibility': Puppies dumped, animal facilities at capacity'We can't just keep taking litters of puppies.'14 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandIncreasing kiwi deaths prompts conservation groups to caution dog ownersSuspected dog attack behind another dead kiwi in Northland.10 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandWho let the dogs in? Workplaces embrace canine colleaguesOne workplace even has online staff profiles for their pooches.09 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandCalls for authorities to intervene over ‘local harmful cat feeder’Cat owners have tracked a woman leaving food they say is making their cats sick.04 Aug 07:50 PM
New Zealand'Cat lady of Katikati' closing rescue doors due to costsCatherine Sharp hopes someone can take over Katikati Rescue Cats.02 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandNew mobile desexing clinic for Northland on the wayThe SPCA is hoping its new mobile desexing clinic will reduce unwanted litters of puppies.30 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandTurtley devoted: A friendship as wide as the oceanAn unlikely friendship makes for a heart-warming story.28 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandHe's found! Bodhi comes homeMissing Coromandel dog Bodhi has been reunited with his owner after three weeks.25 Jul 01:58 AM
New ZealandDog fight: Breeder sues couple over pregnant 'pedigree' pupA couple promised not to let the dog breed...then it gave birth to eight puppies.21 Jul 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWoman weeps during failed bid to have dog ownership ban quashed'Like a family member to us... I did everything possible to keep her contained.'17 Jul 11:49 PM
New ZealandHarm on the farm: What's behind cruelty to animals?Safe believes the problem is worse than the figures show.14 Jul 05:00 PM
LifestyleNew Zealand’s real life Hairy Maclary gang revealedKiwis were asked to send in their entries, now Lynley Dodd has picked the winners.13 Jul 11:51 PM
New ZealandRushing, attacking, stalking: Man fights to keep dog after six complaintsOfficials want to disqualify the man from owning dogs.11 Jul 12:00 AM
New Zealand‘Despicable’: Man posed as charity trainer to get discount on puppyBlair Vining's widow appalled by the attempted deception.05 Jul 06:46 PM
LifestyleScooter the bald 7yo with backward-facing legs crowned ‘World’s Ugliest Dog’Scooter faced certain death. Then his new mum came to the rescue. Now he's world famous.28 Jun 03:40 AM
New ZealandNews in brief: De-sexing of cats and dogs made easier; police seek witnesses to fatal crashesNews briefs from Northland.18 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandElderly dog attack victim with dementia needs multiple surgeries for broken bones, tendonsThe elderly woman with dementia was left to fend for herself after dog attack.12 Jun 09:21 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandUnpopular Bay of Islands' dog park plans revisitedThe Far North council is investigating other options for a dedicated dog park in Kerikeri.11 Jun 05:00 PM
LifestyleThink your dog is sweet, innocent and harmless? Think againOwners’ ‘misguided’ view of their pets means they fail to spot danger signs.11 Jun 02:39 AM
New ZealandPlea to pet owners to get animals desexed as kittens overwhelm centresAn unusually high number of kittens has stretched Northland rescue centres.04 Jun 05:00 PM
KahuSPCA provides story books in te reo to Māori education providers across AotearoaSPCA is providing books in Te Reo to schools who teach te reo.15 May 12:30 AM
New ZealandA refuge for all creatures great and small: 'Knowing she was safe got me through'Her life was at risk, but mum wouldn't leave home without her littlest love.12 May 12:08 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDog slog: Couple reunited with pets after three-year, $65k import battleCouple ecstatic that the fight to reunite their family is finally over.06 May 05:00 PM
CrimeTenant told home was a ‘pigsty’ awarded $1000 in damages, but can’t keep pet catKristen Gaunt was awarded $1000 in damages for the 'unnecessary' comments.05 May 07:00 AM
