New ZealandPenguin crisis: Emergency fishing ban ordered off Otago PeninsulaNorthern hoiho numbers have plunged 80% since 2008 to just 143 breeding pairs.14 Sep 11:42 PM
WorldZookeeper killed in lion attack at Bangkok safari parkThe victim had worked at Safari World Bangkok for more than 30 years.10 Sep 09:34 PM
WorldSaving shot: Australia approves chlamydia vaccine for koalasThe sexually transmitted disease is driving wild koalas to extinction, a researcher says.10 Sep 02:38 AM
PremiumNew ZealandFire and fury: Deadly bee disease spreads in Dannevirke as rumours swirl09 Sep 10:13 PM
New Zealand 'Barely able to lift his head': Pair prosecuted after dogs found severely neglected08 Sep 12:09 AM
New ZealandAnimal rescuers say 'ugly' culture of chaining dogs a 'tragedy waiting to happen'04 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Unacceptable': Auckland's dog crisis reaches critical point, 6000 dogs euthanised02 Sep 04:30 AM
WorldSea eagles blamed for missing Shetland pony foals in ScotlandFarmers upset as eagles attack livestock; calls for culling grow.01 Sep 02:59 AM
New Zealand'Never seen anything like it': Surge in 'disturbing' and sadistic pet abuse casesA violent partner dragged a dog behind car, another kicked a pet to death.30 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandUnexpected bill: Hastings teacher's bumper duck surpriseThere are duck tales and then there’s this.29 Aug 04:04 AM
New Zealand'I would have taken them all': Man snuck into SPCA after hours, freeing all the caged animalsA staff member was injured trying to retrieve the escapees, one of which remains missing.27 Aug 08:00 AM
New ZealandKrispy Kreme store accused of endangering local catsAwhi Mai Cat Rescue accuse the Krispy Kreme store of tampering with the cats' food. 27 Aug 01:38 AM
LifestyleUS prepares to allow whole milk in schools under new health strategyNew research shows full-fat dairy may offer health benefits.26 Aug 11:38 PM
New Zealand'Heartbroken': Zebra foal, giraffe die at wildlife park in ChristchurchPost-mortem analysis revealed mis-mothering main reason the zebra died.26 Aug 06:36 AM
New ZealandMan banned from owning horses after animal welfare breaches foundBarry Alexander Hill of Ashburton is forbidden to own horses for three years.26 Aug 03:34 AM
WorldFirst US human screwworm case in yearsA Maryland resident contracted a flesh-eating parasite from El Salvador.25 Aug 10:25 PM
AucklandVet practice receives 400 applications for receptionist jobUnemployment recently rose to 5.2% in the three months ended June.21 Aug 10:25 PM
LifestyleSheep learns to navigate wheelchair with joystickShe enjoys music, especially 'Twinkle, Twinkle', and even dances.20 Aug 09:57 PM
World'Zombie squirrels' appear in US and CanadaThe tumours or growths, which can turn into open sores, are caused by a viral disease. 20 Aug 06:17 AM
WorldDog attacks leave Sydney community living in fearA fatal attack on June 7 resulted in the death of a small dog.19 Aug 09:28 PM
WorldSouth African rhino breeder arrested in horn smuggling caseThe scheme involved 964 rhino horns worth millions.19 Aug 06:32 PM
New ZealandVeterinarian leads team on vital Tonga mission for animal careMariska Chalmers found her passion for animals at age 3.19 Aug 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessSmall Business: Dopaw brings glamour to raw pet food for paws-itive health Lou Anne Lowry talks to Tom Raynel about her pet-food business, Dopaw.17 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldStray dog’s desperate act inspires hundreds to post their rescue pup photosKatie Simon found a stray dog and puppy near her porch. She decided to help them out.15 Aug 04:34 AM
World'Frankenstein' bunnies spotted in ColoradoUS officials have advised the public to avoid contact with the infected rabbits.14 Aug 03:32 AM
New Zealand'Tough and tricky disease': NZ's largest farm battles bovine TB againMolesworth Station was delcared free of bovine TB earlier this year.12 Aug 03:50 AM
WorldHow a former police dog is saving beesMaple's team hopes she can become a blueprint for other dogs to detect bee diseases.10 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandBarbie Cassidy hopes for a new champion for her woollen dog bedsBarbie Cassidy has made woollen dog beds for almost 35 years. 09 Aug 05:00 PM
OpinionOpinion: New vaccine tech offers hope against foot-and-mouthOPINION: FMD is one of the world’s most economically devastating livestock diseases. 08 Aug 03:07 AM
World'Human presence': Volunteers protect sheep from wolves in FranceWolves have made a comeback in Europe, attacking livestock and angering farmers.07 Aug 05:00 PM
