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Looming shearer shortage could clip farm profits
A shortage of shearers and shed hands could cost farmers this summer.
Toa the orca kept alive by DoC despite some experts calling for euthanasia
DoC was hoping Toa could be reunited with his pod – but he died after almost a fortnight.
'Senseless': Bunnies and ducks killed at animal rescue centre
Police and SPCA are investigating.
Slaughter of dolphins on Faeroes sparks debate on traditions
Defenders of the hunt worry that this year's slaughter will draw unwanted attention.
'Crying with laughter': Two very different wildlife photo awards go head to head
From the sublime to the ridiculous, these photos couldn't be more different.
Dramatic picture: Wild weather - massive slip closes road; baby rescue in flood; warning for Harbour Bridge drivers
Westies banded together to rescue neighbours and their animals trapped by floods.
Boat-sinking Arctic walrus given floating couch
Welsh and Irish tourism adopt lost, boat-sinking Arctic walrus.
Ex-UK Marine rescues just cats and dogs from Kabul
Farthing chartered a plane to rescue the animals, placing them above the lives of locals.
Owners reunited with dogs after escaping abusive situations
New refuge set up for animals affected by domestic violence return their first pets.
Where to stay and go play on a dog-friendly escape
Every dog has its day... and that day is 26 August.
Avoid 'problem behaviours': Everything dog owners need to know in lockdown
When everything's shut, there's not a lot to do except to take the dog for a walk.
'Completely appalled': NSW council shoots shelter dogs over Covid infection fears
Among those euthanised was a dog that had recently given birth to a litter of puppies.
World Elephant Day: Trunk call to help save wild animals
Anjalee and Burma enjoyed playing in the sunshine at Auckland Zoo yesterday.
Focus: New Zealand's first Pet Refuge shelter
New Zealand's first Pet Refuge shelter will temporarily care for animals so their owners can escape an abusive situation. Video / Alex Burton
Watch: 'Pest control' man allegedly shoots pet cat dead in front of distraught owner
A Taumarunui local is fighting for justice after gun is aimed at his beloved pet.
Taumaruni man confronts man who allegedly shot his cat dead
Taumarunui man desperately seeking justice after beloved cat Vinny shot dead by man claiming to be 'pest control'. Video / Geoff Blackmore
Marine biologist: We need to learn from baby orca Toa's death
Massey University professor says we need to learn from Toa the orca calf's death.
Mass chicken deaths: MPI won't prosecute
No prosecution over mass chicken deaths: MPI says electrical failure to blame.
Cats killed in fire: Firefighters seen with scratches on their arms
At least 11 cats have died in a house fire in Golflands, East Auckland.
Pledge for more transparency over animal research
Scientists pledge to be more open about how they use animals in research and teaching.
Lynn Charlton: Court action to round up rodeos
OPINION: We can't claim high animal welfare standards while holding violent animal shows.
'We should be ashamed': Injured sharks and turtle trouble at national aquarium
Experts and former volunteers say they are uncomfortable about enclosures at the aquarium.
Baby orca Toa: DoC has 'contingency plans for all scenarios'
Dr Ingrid Visser says they won't euthanase Toa if he remains healthy.
Baby orca Toa: Euthanasia discussion needs to begin - expert
Toa has developed colic but it's unclear how much distress he is in.
Frustrating day for Toa the orca
Toa the orca has now spent nearly nine days separated from his pod.
Heathcliffe the horse recovering after dramatic rescue from Wellington stream
Heathcliffe has swollen legs, a few scrapes, and is on a course of antibiotics.
Minimise risk: Stranded baby orca Toa to stay in pool for now
With bad weather, DOC wanted to minimise the number of times the orca had to be shifted.
Dog owner wonders why SPCA couldn't shut down alleged puppy farm
An Auckland man who bought a puppy from an alleged puppy farm in Northland wants answers.
Shock aquarium closure claim: Fears for 117 native animals
The EcoWorld Aquarium and Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre must clear out in three months.
Cows on the loose: Police, animal control called in after cows flee East Auckland paddock
'The cows are believed to have hoofed it from a nearby paddock.'
Man who died of cancer leaves millions to animal welfare and children's charities
A Queenstowner who died of cancer last week is leaving millions of dollars to charities.
Illegal cow teat amputations: Farmer fined
Pieter Nicholaas Smit admitted to using rubber rings as tourniquets on the animals.
You're kitten me! Kamo cop rescues hungry cat with head stuck in tin can
'While it looked quite comical, I realised it was fairly serious.'