WorldBears raid Krispy Kreme doughnut van in AlaskaThe bears chomped on doughnut holes and other pastries, despite shooing from manager.19 Sep 03:25 AM
New ZealandRuff ride: Man imprisoned after stealing car with labrador in the backThe car thief had an unexpected passenger.19 Sep 03:24 AM
WorldThousands of minks released after holes cut in fur farm fenceHoles had been cut in the farm’s fence and about 6000 to 8000 minks were released.18 Sep 08:50 PM
WorldGator with missing upper jaw finds new home in Florida reptile parkThe gator's injuries were due to a fight or from a boat propeller.18 Sep 08:40 PM
TravelSurfing snake: Gold Coast man’s unusual hobby lands $2500 fineShiva the carpet python had been making waves on social media.18 Sep 08:20 PM
New ZealandDefence Force investigating alleged animal abuse at Canterbury military campA soldier is being investigated for allegedly dumping a mistreated dog in a recycling bin.14 Sep 08:26 PM
WorldWatch: Orangutan hurls possum from zoo enclosure as onlookers scream'The orangutan was alarmed to find an unknown occupant in their bed'.13 Sep 01:19 AM
WorldUK government may ban American XL Bully dogsBritish home secretary seeks advice following an attack on a 11-year-old girl.11 Sep 09:22 PM
New Zealand'Barbaric': Shark dragged behind car, head worn as trophyA group dragged a shark along a beach behind a 4WD, one person riding the carcass.11 Sep 01:49 AM
KahuTe Arawa mobilising to beat invasive pestThe invasive clams were first found in April and originated in Asia.07 Sep 08:00 PM
LifestyleSecret test Robert Irwin's girlfriend had to passThe 19-year-old's mum and sister appear to be quite protective of his heart.04 Sep 11:49 PM
New Zealand'It's gutting': Conservation group find eight kiwi mauled to death by dogsYears of dedication helping to restore native flora and fauna to Northland forest.01 Sep 08:39 AM
New ZealandSick puppy: Dog breeder to pay up after selling canine with bad kneesThe pet puppy was not of ‘acceptable quality', a tribunal has found.30 Aug 09:13 PM
New ZealandRuru rescued and poacher caught during Hawke's Bay police operationPolice caught one unlawful hunter and rescued a ruru during a poaching operation.30 Aug 03:57 AM
TravelAirline passengers shocked at sight of 'horse-sized' beast on boardA video of the shocking sight has been viewed more than 18 million times.28 Aug 01:00 AM
EntertainmentBob Barker dies aged 99The dapper ‘Price Is Right’ host and animal advocate passed away on Saturday.26 Aug 09:10 PM
New Zealand'Heartbreaking': Auckland man sentenced after starving horses ate own faecesThe man was convicted of 30 offences involving 11 horses at his Dairy Flat property.26 Aug 12:11 AM
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 ZealandBoy racers harming zoo animals with skids and burnoutsPolice have launched an investigation after the boy racers' antics near the zoo.22 Aug 04:07 AM
TravelRare giraffe born without spots at US zooThe baby giraffe is the first in 30 years to exhibit the unique markings.22 Aug 03:50 AM
WorldLolita the Orca dies after 50 years in captivityCaregivers had been preparing to move her from a US theme park.19 Aug 12:22 AM
New ZealandDistressing footage of sheep struggling in mudMPI seeking location of mucky farm to conduct a site inspection.16 Aug 06:40 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 ZealandSix dolphins found dead in Ruakākā, hapū on-siteIt is suspected low cloud prevented the dolphins from being sighted earlier.13 Aug 03:33 AM
WorldRescued walrus calf that received cuddles in care diesThe rescued 1-month-old was struggling with a number of health issues.13 Aug 01:22 AM
TravelIt's time to address the elephant in the room: Your bucket list deserves betterAre we unwittingly supporting a cycle of animal cruelty in the name of tourism?11 Aug 07:00 PM
New Zealand‘Heartbroken’: Five of 10 puppies found in rubbish truck have diedThe puppies were found in a bag in a rubbish truck in the Papakura/Hunua area of Auckland.07 Aug 07:29 PM
TravelWoman leaves 'emotional support dog' in airport after being told it couldn't flyShe was told she couldn't take her pet on the plane. So, she left the dog behind.07 Aug 03:52 AM
TravelBear runs amok on Iraqi Airways flight in DubaiAn airline issued an apology this weekend after a live bear broke at Dubai airport.06 Aug 10:08 PM
WorldRescued walrus calf needs round-the-clock 'cuddling'Walrus calf found kilometres from ocean needs round-the-clock cuddles to stay alive.05 Aug 10:40 PM
WorldCyprus allows human Covid meds to be used on cats to fight deadly virusThe feline coronavirus has been around since 1963.04 Aug 09:16 AM
New ZealandPig who shut down SH16 and evaded armed police finally capturedThe pig has been roaming for nearly two weeks but is now being kept at an animal shelter.04 Aug 07:20 AM
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
Travel'No, our bears aren't men in suits’ says Chinese zooIf you go down to the zoo today, you'd better not wear disguise…31 Jul 10:35 PM