WorldTwo women killed aiding injured kangaroo on Melbourne highwayThe driver of the car remained on the scene and assisted police.04 Sep 10:33 PM
World'Big, affectionate baby': French couple kept rooftop-roaming panther named LouiseThe panther now lives in a sanctuary in the Netherlands and is doing well.04 Sep 09:20 PM
New ZealandAnimal rescuers say 'ugly' culture of chaining dogs a 'tragedy waiting to happen'Animal rescuers says dogs are treated as possessions rather than family in Northland.04 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Give councils more teeth to deal with roaming dogsOPINION: The pet pooch population is dropping, but problems are rising. 04 Sep 05:00 PM
WorldHyenas maul camper on stag do in attack at nature reserveThe victim's father was woken by the sound of screaming and fighting outside tent.03 Sep 03:29 AM
WorldUK woman in court for crayfish theft at luxury seafood restaurantEmma Smart sobbed in court during her appearance on September 2.03 Sep 12:36 AM
New Zealand'Unacceptable': Auckland's dog crisis reaches critical point, 6000 dogs euthanisedRoaming dogs in Auckland led to 16,739 council reports this year.02 Sep 04:30 AM
WorldPlagued by geese, one city pays for drones and dogs to scare them awayDrones, Border Collies, and water devices will be used to deter the geese.01 Sep 08:59 PM
WorldSea eagles blamed for missing Shetland pony foals in ScotlandFarmers upset as eagles attack livestock; calls for culling grow.01 Sep 02:59 AM
New Zealand'Never seen anything like it': Surge in 'disturbing' and sadistic pet abuse casesA violent partner dragged a dog behind car, another kicked a pet to death.30 Aug 05:00 PM
Crime'It’s not their fault:' Children of man mauled to death say he wouldn't blame the dogs'If they were brought up with good people, they probably would have been good dogs.'30 Aug 08:46 AM
New ZealandUnexpected bill: Hastings teacher's bumper duck surpriseThere are duck tales and then there’s this.29 Aug 04:04 AM
New ZealandSnakes alive! Traveller's suitcase discovery after Bali holidayThe non-venomous wolf snake had travelled to Christchurch, wrapped around a jandal.29 Aug 03:46 AM
New Zealand'I would have taken them all': Man snuck into SPCA after hours, freeing all the caged animalsA staff member was injured trying to retrieve the escapees, one of which remains missing.27 Aug 08:00 AM
New ZealandKrispy Kreme store accused of endangering local catsAwhi Mai Cat Rescue accuse the Krispy Kreme store of tampering with the cats' food. 27 Aug 01:38 AM
New Zealand'Heartbroken': Zebra foal, giraffe die at wildlife park in ChristchurchPost-mortem analysis revealed mis-mothering main reason the zebra died.26 Aug 06:36 AM
New ZealandMan banned from owning horses after animal welfare breaches foundBarry Alexander Hill of Ashburton is forbidden to own horses for three years.26 Aug 03:34 AM
WorldFirst US human screwworm case in yearsA Maryland resident contracted a flesh-eating parasite from El Salvador.25 Aug 10:25 PM
WorldFox on the loose kills vulnerable animals at Australian ZooThe fox also stalked brushtail possums in the zoo's grounds.22 Aug 09:00 PM
New ZealandRampaging pitbull injures Auckland jewellery store employeeA pitbull jumped from a car and attacked a small dog, prompting an employee to intervene.20 Aug 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Hell, she’s after them!' Kiwi filmed snacking on worms after being hit by carThe female North Island brown kiwi was hit by a car about 11pm on Friday night.20 Aug 11:00 PM
LifestyleSheep learns to navigate wheelchair with joystickShe enjoys music, especially 'Twinkle, Twinkle', and even dances.20 Aug 09:57 PM
WorldDog attacks leave Sydney community living in fearA fatal attack on June 7 resulted in the death of a small dog.19 Aug 09:28 PM
WorldSouth African rhino breeder arrested in horn smuggling caseThe scheme involved 964 rhino horns worth millions.19 Aug 06:32 PM
New ZealandVeterinarian leads team on vital Tonga mission for animal careMariska Chalmers found her passion for animals at age 3.19 Aug 06:00 PM
Crime'Vicious-looking': Dogs that mauled man to death also allegedly turned on owner'He had to go in the water to try and drown them to get them off him,' friend tells court.19 Aug 07:03 AM
WorldDanish mother donates daughter’s pony to zoo to be eaten by lionsThe zoo posted an appeal for pets to be donated as feed for its predators last month.19 Aug 04:30 AM
New ZealandTop dog: Huntaway Miley's training progress“She’s stepped up from just being a pup to being the key act.”18 Aug 11:40 PM
Crime'My dogs have attacked my bro': Man allegedly mauled to death by pack of hungry dogs Abel Wira's 23 dogs were known for their aggressive behaviour and had bitten him before. 18 Aug 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessSmall Business: Dopaw brings glamour to raw pet food for paws-itive health Lou Anne Lowry talks to Tom Raynel about her pet-food business, Dopaw.17 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldStray dog’s desperate act inspires hundreds to post their rescue pup photosKatie Simon found a stray dog and puppy near her porch. She decided to help them out.15 Aug 04:34 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleMeet the family who want to change how Kiwis eat meatMeet the PR guru and the South African farmer who defied a fire and built a beef brand.14 Aug 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Falling from the sky': Claims of mystery pigeon poisoner on the loosePolice have investigated but have been unable to confirm the poisoning claims.14 Aug 07:00 AM
New ZealandOcean predator likely cause of whale strandingThe whale already had injuries when it beached and then died in Māhia, DoC says.14 Aug 04:14 AM
