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"Our data shows 70% of people suspected of having leptospirosis are not tested for it."
Deadly bird flu strain threatens Australian wildlife and farms
More than a million chickens, ducks culled due to bird flu in Australia.
Beef + Lamb NZ urges farmers to check on their dogs as cold winter bites
As the cold winter temperatures bite, keep an eye on your farm dogs.
Take kea on the road: Five of the parrots killed by vehicles on Milford Road
Five kea have been hit and killed by vehicles at popular waypoints on Milford Road.
Waikato vet launches special education kit for kids
Anexa Vets hopes to spark an interest in the career of a veterinarian from an early age.
'Irresponsible': Dumped roosters roaming rural roads
“If you can’t look after them or rehome them ... don't breed them."
Letters: Live animal exports cruel; USA not okay based on debate
OPINION: 'The people of the USA have no one but themselves to blame.'
Can pets get car sick? How to help your dog or cat
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Public consultation on reversing live animal export ban to start
The Government is expected to introduce legislation to Parliament next year.
More than 57,000 sign petition to keep live animal export ban
Labour introduced the ban in April last year while still in government.
'We're going with her': Zookeeper family will take Burma the elephant to Oz
Auckland Zoo elephant team leader Andrew Coers has known elephant Burma since he was 18.
Facial eczema research holds promise for Kiwi farmers
Disease affects a range of livestock including sheep, cattle, deer, goats, and alpacas.
'Significant hazard’: Crashes involving roaming livestock on the rise
Police are urging livestock owners to secure their fences after a spate of crashes.
'Long-term game': Farmer works on how to 'winter better'
Kevin Hall has looked for ways to improve wintering facilities for his cows since 2008.
Woman finds the dog she took to be euthanised up for adoption a year later
'I have a lot of questions, but first and foremost, I want him back.'
'As limp as rags': Monkeys fall dead from trees in heatwave
At least 83 of the midsize primates have died as temperatures hit 47 degrees.
The last pandas at any US zoo expected to leave for China
The last US zoo to have pandas is preparing to say goodbye to their four giant bears.
Holy Cow: Hall of Fame for bull that fathered 17,000 daughters
"We knew he was a good bull."
Here’s what you need to know if you want to travel to the US with your dog
Take note of these new rules if you and your pooch are heading to the US.
The Northland island with too many kiwi
The residents of an island in Northland are grappling with an unusual problem.
'Distressing' reports of dogs discarded from moving vehicles
SPCA says without enough information it's hard to bring people to account.
Ilona Hanne: Good vets are worth celebrating
OPINION: Vets do a lot more than just treat cats and dogs.
'Shocked and horrified': Pet owner fearful after second cat shot in area
'We fear the person responsible for these two shootings could strike again if not caught.'
'Extinction threat': How scared should we be of bird flu reaching NZ?
The global spread of bird flu has scientists concerned. Here's what you should know.
First suspected case of cow-to-human bird flu transfer means NZ must be prepared
The risk to humans is still low, but NZ needs plan for 'range of scenarios', expert says.
More beef farmers join genetics programme
There are now 37 farmers involved in the Informing New Zealand Beef programme.
Celebrity fans such as Leonardo DiCaprio spur jump in donations to NZ conservation projects
Leonardo DiCaprio posted his support of the Capital Kiwi Project, which began in 2018.
Wild orangutan uses medicinal plant to treat his own wound
It's the latest example of how some animals can soothe themselves with wild remedies.
New Zealand’s iconic sheep-to-person ratio keeps falling
Sheep numbers continue to fall as more land is converted to forestry.
Opinion: How worried should we be about the return of bird flu?
FT opinion: Now is not a time for paranoia but there is a case for extreme vigilance.
Fonterra Dairy Woman of the Year 2024 announced
Winner recognised for her outstanding passion and advocacy for the dairy industry.
Opinion: Who could catch bird flu first? These experts have an idea, and a way to help
NYT opinion: We must do a better job to ensure virus doesn't spread beyond our control.
What every pet owner should know
Why the New Zealand Veterinary Association wants people to "Think P.E.T."