New ZealandOffal pit full of dead cows near waterwayPit full of bones and carcasses found on Northland farm at centre of cruelty allegations.01 Jul 10:36 PM
New ZealandMinister wants more animal welfare inspectorsMinister wants more inspectors following latest animal abuse case28 Jun 02:00 AM
New ZealandMan punches possum: Pest control – or animal cruelty?Man punches possum: Pest control – or animal cruelty? / FacebookWatch24 Jun 11:37 PM
TravelHow seeing rhinos may help save themSustainable wildlife tourism programs raise funds and awareness for rhino conservation.17 Jun 09:26 PM
LifestyleKiwi farmers looking for love and gloryNZ's Bachelor series may have some colourful characters. They've got nothing on this lot.11 Jun 01:24 AM
New ZealandVets on standby for fireworks displayRural animal owners fear for their beasts as neighbour insists on fireworks display.07 Jun 11:48 PM
New ZealandThe Mystacina Bat guide to attracting ladiesLet Cory Toth from the University of Auckland show you how Mystacina bats get lucky. / assabvideos Watch07 Jun 11:36 PM
LifestyleCat miraculously survives 4.5 hour car journey hiding in car engine grillThis is the face of a miracle, an almost unbelievable survival story. This cat survived a 4.5 hour car journey! Source: North Taranaki SPCAWatch06 Jun 08:54 PM
New Zealand'The owner was telling me to shoot': Farmer shoots dogs attacking cattleThe owner yelled and screamed but the dogs were intent on savaging the cattle.04 Jun 07:00 PM
New ZealandFarm animals' feelings focus of pioneering NZ studyFarms animals have a world of emotions - and scientists say we need to understand them.04 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe SPCA is calling for more people to foster animalsThe SPCA is calling for more people to foster animals.Watch31 May 05:17 AM
WorldJapan slaughters 122 pregnant whales for 'research'Activists are calling on Japan to "put down the harpoons".30 May 04:31 AM
New ZealandNo charges for officer who tasered goat 13 timesDocumentation has shed light on the circumstances surrounding cop's decision.24 May 12:28 AM
New ZealandM. Bovis will not stop Gypsy Day cattle movementsM. Bovis will not stop the annual movement of farmers and their cattle23 May 04:10 AM
New ZealandBachelorettes join in: Meet the 'Rural Catch' contestantsThe Fieldays Rural Bachelor of the Year is now the Rural Catch and includes women.23 May 04:00 AM
New ZealandDrunk Ngāruawāhia man fled with employer's horses, killing oneWorker's alcohol issues flagged after only one of two horses survive high-speed joyride.14 May 04:12 AM
WorldIs this Aussie's worst animal cruelty case?"I regard this as one of the most serious examples of neglect that I have seen."10 May 03:20 AM
New ZealandMonkeys recovered after zoo break-inKeepers were able to gain the monkeys' trust by feeding them their favourite treats.02 May 06:05 AM
New ZealandMabo's flown the coop: Zoo seeks escaped cockatooAucklanders are being asked to keep an eye out for a cockatoo that's escaped from the zoo.25 Apr 03:02 AM
New ZealandUpset family appeal to get their dog backOwner turned her back on dog for a few seconds and she was gone.20 Apr 01:40 AM
New ZealandPenguin death numbers highest this centuryHundreds of Little Blue Penguins being found dead or dying are causing great concern.16 Apr 05:28 AM
New ZealandPenguin deaths highest this centuryHighest recorded deaths this century for little blue penguins. Source: Aotearoa Science AgencyWatch15 Apr 09:51 PM
OpinionJason Gilchrist: Why save the 'living dead'?COMMENT: The northern white rhino should not be brought back to life.07 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandWould-be monkey thieves may need medical attentionMonkeys fought back during break in to Wellington's Zoo, likely injuring would-be thieves.07 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandBody camera footage now crucial to SPCA to nail offendersAuckland SPCA has used recordings to help argue its case in court on six occasions.05 Apr 02:18 AM
New ZealandYellow-eyed penguin chick euthanised after suffering severe flipper injuryThe chick attracted attention for its speedy trek up the coast of the South Island.28 Mar 01:53 AM
New ZealandAnger over 'cruel, antiquated' dog collarsAnimal shelter on a mission to keep spiked collars out of the hands of dog owners.18 Mar 11:53 PM
New ZealandBuyer beware - $60 dog; $1000 vets billA puppy adopted from the Whanganui District Council pound developed parvo the next day.18 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandBlood for man's best friends saves doggy livesJust like humans, dogs donate blood to help save others that are sick or injured.17 Mar 04:00 PM
LifestyleWhat's up pet? Well take a look at these devicesCats and dogs are being controlled by phone based apps as technology improves.16 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandStudy will tell rescuers which whales to save firstA new study will help rescuers determine which whales to save first in mass strandings.15 Mar 01:17 AM
New ZealandBadly neglected dog's owner sentencedA dog was found so emaciated and unwell it had to be put down.13 Mar 07:48 AM
New ZealandNew rules impact bobby calf death rateThe number of bobby calf deaths per 10,000 has dropped by half.08 Mar 02:14 AM
New ZealandAuckland Zoo mourns loss of 'fighter' baby giraffeA fighting spirit and round-the-clock vet care couldn't save Auckland Zoo's newest giraffe08 Mar 01:00 AM
