New ZealandTop breeder found guilty of neglect allowed to keep dogs until sentence appealedProsecutor says he has no confidence woman and her daughter will look after their dogs.04 Oct 12:03 AM
New ZealandRio's rescue: Cat saved by cherry picker after 17 days stuck up treeMassive team effort behind the rescue operation.16 Sep 04:35 AM
New Zealand'Heartbreaking': Covid-19, cost of living crisis results in increase of abandoned puppies"We do what we can, but... a dog should be in a home, not in a shelter."13 Sep 10:00 PM
CrimeStarving animals suffer for months on Tangowahine farmA Dargaville lifestyle farmer has been fined for failing to care for several animals.08 Sep 05:00 PM
EnvironmentUnmanaged threat: Dog owners urged to take lead to protect wildlifeNew DoC campaign aims to educate dog owners in how they can help protect native species.26 Aug 10:34 PM
Racing15 racing dogs found in 'squalid' and 'inexcusable' conditionsIntegrity Board: 'This offending was at the very high end of the scale of seriousness.'26 Aug 03:24 AM
LifestyleWelsh cocaine monkey survives being flushed down toilet, learns to love againShe was lucky to survive her cruel torture - but has fought back from the brink.25 Aug 02:32 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJulie Chapman: Pets caught in violent break-upsOPINION: Pet Refuge founder outlines the challenges for pet owners in violent situations.18 Aug 05:00 PM
TravelTrio of miniature dinosaurs travel from UK to AustraliaThe three tuatara arrived into Sydney and immediately entered quarantine.17 Aug 07:00 AM
New ZealandBack to court: Council appeals unsuccessful dog attack prosecutionThe council is going back to court, appealing its failed charge against the dog's owner.15 Aug 04:33 AM
WorldToo popular for her own good: Norway kills Freya the walrusOfficials decide popular 600kg female attraction posed a risk to human safety.14 Aug 06:11 PM
New ZealandGreyhound tests positive for meth, trainer banned for three yearsThe trainer admitted using meth regularly and was likely aware of the contamination risk.05 Aug 03:03 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTied up and abandoned: 'Awesome' dog rescued after being 'dumped' in the bush'It's crazy to think that humans can be that horrible.'04 Aug 07:50 PM
New ZealandDunedin vet calls for cat controlsA Dunedin veterinarian says introducing cat controls is about the welfare of the animals, not killing them. Video / ODTWatch04 Aug 01:23 AM
New ZealandCat controls: 'We need to do better'Forced registration and desexing are part of a petition to get moggies under control.03 Aug 11:27 PM
TravelSit, stay! Turkmenistan places Alabay guard dogs on no-fly listCentral Asian shepherd dogs are among the world's largest breeds.01 Aug 04:01 AM
TravelExhausted horse collapses after pulling tourists around in 40C heatLocals are seen yelling at tourists who refuse to get off the cart to help.29 Jul 12:55 AM
TravelManatee flown from Texas to Florida in private jetHe spent the 24-hour journey on a custom-made bed, being misted with water.28 Jul 08:30 PM
TravelMoscow vets remove can from tongue of dumpster diving polar bearThe specialist rescue service have been increasingly busy over warming arctic summers.26 Jul 07:25 AM
New ZealandHumpback whale washed up on Otago coastA decomposing, half-grown humpback whale has washed up on a remote beach north of Warrington. Video / Stephen Jaquiery / Otago Daily Times Watch25 Jul 08:40 PM
WorldFoot and Mouth disease threat to Australia's livestock industryAn outbreak of FMD in Bali has fuelled fears the disease could reach Australia. Video / NZ HeraldWatch25 Jul 12:29 AM
TravelWatch: Rescuers perform mammoth task of elephant CPRAn elephant's heart can weigh up to 27 kg. If one stops, it's a big problem.21 Jul 01:00 AM
New ZealandDog owner sentenced after trip to vet revealed starving pet was deadWoman took starving dog to the vet, unaware it was already dead.20 Jul 11:30 PM
VideoFrank Film 2022 EP Thirteen: New Zealand: seabird capital of the world Kaikōura is home to over 150 species of seabird. How are they doing, and who’s protecting them? Video / Frank FilmWatch17 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'In any other country in the world you would be dead': JudgePolice officers left the force after being shot at by a man who also wounded a police dog.13 Jul 05:04 AM
New Zealand'SPCA involved in conspiracy against us', dog breeders claimTop Auckland dog breeder claims the SPCA was involved in a conspiracy against her.12 Jul 11:00 PM
TravelLet sleeping Sea lions lie: Beach cleared in 10 seconds flatA video of rampant marine mammals clearing bathers of La Jolla Beach has gone viral.11 Jul 04:46 AM
New ZealandLegality of rodeo under scrutiny at Wellington High CourtRodeo breaches the Animal Welfare Act, say activists who are taking a case in court today.11 Jul 04:43 AM
TravelNordic islands curb whale cull after outcry against traditionThe Faroes are like Iceland's better-looking, little brother - but with a dark secret.10 Jul 10:17 PM
New Zealand'Wee sunk-in faces': 22 starving puppies dumpedCold and starving pups, believed to be two litters, abandoned near Christchurch.07 Jul 06:42 PM
TravelRunning of the Dinosaurs: Bizarre protest hits Pamplona bull runThis year tourists and irate cows weren't the strangest creatures to run the course.07 Jul 02:52 AM
TravelThousands celebrate the return of Spain's Bull Run festivalAfter a two-year hiatus, the controversial festival is back.06 Jul 08:04 PM
Crime'There was blood everywhere': Dog on death row awaits fate after owner's trialOwner of Rottweiler named Chopper on trial after the dog attacked vet Dr Lisa Schneider.21 Jun 06:21 AM
TravelCartel tiger strolls through Mexican town stunning visitorsA fully grown Bengal tiger is not something you expect to see, especially in Mexico.20 Jun 01:52 AM
