New ZealandInvestigation ongoing into burglary that left resident seriously injured, dog deadThree men arrested after an aggravated burglary that injured man, killed dog.25 Nov 12:19 AM
New ZealandLucky escape: Owner scrolling social media spots her dog stuck in a poo pondThe power of Facebook - and help from a lasso - saved a dog from a stink situation.22 Nov 01:37 AM
New Zealand'Never be the same': Mum-of-six has skull ripped open in stray dogs attackThe mother says her kids were only 20 or 30 metres away from the daytime mauling.21 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandCouple want dog responsible for death of pet found before it kills againThe loss of their pet has had a profound effect on the couple.21 Nov 03:55 AM
Royals'Sad farewell': Queen mourns devastating lossCamilla is heartbroken after one of her beloved rescue dogs died.18 Nov 06:35 PM
New Zealand‘Devastated’: Geyser the kiwi dies in suspected dog attackEven just one kiwi death can have a devastating impact on kiwi recovery, Helen Leahy said.16 Nov 10:54 PM
New ZealandWoman's despair when car pinched, pet dog stolen as wellDog owner says beloved pet was thrown to the ground and injured.14 Nov 11:41 PM
New ZealandPolice investigating after Beach Haven kitten's tail 'ripped off', threatening note left'If they can hurt a cat like that ... they could hurt anyone.'11 Nov 05:40 AM
LifestyleWhat New Zealanders are naming their pets in 2024Names from the popular children's show Bluey have started to creep up the list.11 Nov 04:27 AM
New ZealandFamily cat returns home with bullet woundOkoia cat Jinx returned home with a bullet wound that broke his femur.10 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandCommunity rallies around mother after kitten’s tail ‘ripped off’, threatening note leftA fundraiser has been launched to help cover the kitten's medical bills.09 Nov 11:30 PM
New ZealandRoaming dogs on a cat-killing spree: 'Something has to be done'Pet owners might soon 'start to take matters into their own hands', a resident says.08 Nov 01:08 AM
WorldRepublicans call for voters to ‘avenge’ Peanut the squirrel’s deathThe seizure – and euthanasia – of Peanut sparked outrage from fans.05 Nov 09:42 PM
New Zealand'Extremely sad situation': Dog euthanised after attacking 5-year-old at schoolThe dog was surrendered to the council by its owners and euthanised.05 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Who can say no to KFC?' Missing cat lured back after vet and cattery fireIt was 'heartbreaking' telling the family's 2-year-old Beans was missing.04 Nov 09:37 PM
New ZealandExotic pet show dubbed ‘Willy Wonka experience' could return after SPCA dismisses concernsOrganiser says she's been cleared of animal abuse claims, considering show's return.03 Nov 07:49 PM
LifestyleAre cats good for our health?Some cat owners say ‘providing for the cat’ increases their feelings of enjoyment.28 Oct 01:47 AM
New ZealandDestruction order upheld for 'well-loved elderly pet' that landed cyclist in ICUThe man suffered broken ribs and a collapsed lung after rottweiler Indy rushed the riders.20 Oct 03:00 AM
LifestyleHow to help your dog live their best lifeKeep their tails wagging happily with these five tips backed by science.14 Oct 06:00 AM
New ZealandThe dog with no name: Hope and heartbreak on patrol with animal controlCity in canine crisis as council shelters fill amid rising attacks and roaming incidents.11 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandNo plans to tighten cat ownership rules in Hawke’s Bay amid call for bylaws'It would be a wonderful thing for our councils to get on board with.'02 Oct 11:00 PM
New ZealandThe Bark of the Barkless at Vadas AngelsVada’s Angel often works with pounds in Western Bay, Rotorua and Tauranga , rescuing dogs whose time is about to run out. Video / Tom EleyWatch30 Sep 11:00 PM
WorldMarried to a monster: Ex-wife reveals depraved zoologist's vile jail request'I felt sick, I couldn’t speak. I couldn’t think.'29 Sep 10:59 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldA pygmy hippo is stealing hearts (and biting zookeepers)New York Times: How a hippo became a global sensation.27 Sep 02:00 AM
World'No longer fear humans': Tool-wielding chimp rips baby from mum's arms, kills herAn angry mob ransacked a nature facility after a chimp stole and killed a baby.26 Sep 10:06 PM
TravelWhat to do when there’s a rhino in your gardenA wildlife experience like no other – in a very unexpected destination.23 Sep 07:00 AM
LifestyleThere's a lot to look forward to in Auckland this weekendWondering what to do? There's theatre, an animal expo and a rugby party all happening.20 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandTo the guinea pigs go the spoils from show - as hundreds turn out to see them competeThere's nothing like a good rodent show to pull the punters.17 Sep 10:00 PM
New ZealandAnother dog poisoned by meth while on walk through central AucklandThe vet bill for Rocky’s treatment quickly escalated to over $18,000.17 Sep 06:40 AM
New ZealandSPCA rehomes large number of rats from Whanganui homeSome rats travelled via ferry to Christchurch in a custom-built, air-conditioned vehicle.15 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand31 dogs snatched from Northland end up in Wellington: Police, SPCA investigatingThirty-one dogs and puppies were unlawfully taken from a Whangārei property.15 Sep 05:00 PM
RoyalsJames Middleton: My dog convinced me to not take my own lifeKate’s brother says Ella was instrumental in supporting him through his ‘lowest ebb'.14 Sep 11:06 PM
New ZealandDog that attacked child still considered 'dangerous' after owner's appeal failsGirl required 10 stitches after animal's bite lacerated her lip.14 Sep 12:30 AM
New Zealand'Pulled around like a rag doll': Woman injured, dog killed on beach walkA $1000 reward is being offered to find the dog that attacked Oscar.13 Sep 06:00 AM
