CrimeFarmer's neglect: Emaciated stag was trapped in fence and thick mud, other deer were deadKaiwaka farmer Niven Lowrie admits to animal neglect, including 14 dead deer.04 Jul 02:57 AM
WorldAustralian man dies from 'extremely rare' bat bite virusThere have been only three previous fatal cases of this virus since 1996.03 Jul 07:00 AM
World'Loud and explicit': How a swearing parrot became the star of an animal shelterHendrix, a colourful macaw, became famous for his salty language.03 Jul 01:04 AM
New Zealand'Hysterics': Pet dog Shiva swept into drains during flooding found safe 24 hours laterThe pet dog was sucked into the drainage system during the weekend's heavy rain event.01 Jul 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRyan BridgeRyan Bridge: It's amazing the things we get outraged aboutOPINION: Should there really be outrage at Brian Tamaki and bikini-clad women with a cow?28 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Please don’t go for my face': Dog drags terrified great-grandmother off mobility scooter'The pain was out of this world. I’d rather give birth.'27 Jun 09:51 PM
RoyalsPrince William under fire from Peta because his dog had puppiesCharity suggested Prince and Princess follow King and Queen's adoption example.27 Jun 03:03 AM
New ZealandAdvocates renew calls to end colony-cage egg farmsAdvocates say colony cages weren’t much better than battery or conventional cages.25 Jun 03:26 AM
New ZealandOnlyFans creators defend videos as 'standard agricultural practice' amid animal rights backlashAn animal rights group is petitioning MPI against the sexually charged cow videos.24 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandOnlyFans footage of woman in bikini drinking from cows condemned by animal rights groupSafe is urging an investigation into the use of cows in explicit online content.24 Jun 03:05 AM
WorldOrcas use seaweed as tools for grooming, new research revealsScientists filmed orcas using seaweed to groom each other, showing tool use.23 Jun 07:37 PM
New ZealandCoatesville retiree retells story of the morning her dog was attackedCoatesville retiree Denise Heald retells story of the morning her dog was attacked on their own property. Video / NZ HeraldWatch22 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'It was my calling': Inside the Taupō farm taming wild horsesThere are 93 horses still facing an uncertain fate. 20 Jun 10:00 PM
WorldEU passes new rules for pets, including microchips and bans on mutilationsAll cats and dogs sold must have microchips registered in an EU database.19 Jun 09:24 PM
New Zealand'Absolutely gutted': Dog lovers protest against leash changesThe board voted 4 to 2 to ban off-leash dogs at Monte Cecilia.19 Jun 06:40 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldNew video reveals how predators interact with bats, increasing virus riskNew York Times: Footage captured 13 predator species at Python Cave in Maramagambo Forest.17 Jun 07:00 PM
WorldUnusual guest checks in at Virginia motel – a two-metre alligatorThe beast and its owner stopped for the night at the motel, and the gator took a stroll.17 Jun 01:18 AM
WorldUS to declare seven pangolin species endangered to combat traffickingPangolins are the most trafficked mammals, hunted for their scales and meat.17 Jun 12:27 AM
Formula 1Hamilton devastated after hitting groundhog in Canada F1 raceSir Lewis Hamilton was upset after accidentally hitting a groundhog.15 Jun 11:16 PM
New ZealandWatch: Police probe after 'distressing' footage emerges of youths hurling baby goat to death A group of snapback cap-wearing youths holler and squeal with delight in the video.10 Jun 06:36 AM
WorldThe surprising benefits of goats in modern workplace wellnessGoats are increasingly kept in Japan for their spiritual healing effects.09 Jun 10:00 PM
World'Croc-wise': Katter, Irwin clash over plans to cull crocodilesTerri Irwin has called a bill targeting the animals "reckless" and "dangerous".07 Jun 03:47 AM
New Zealand'There's a place for you': Dairy Women's Network on Moving DayAround 5000 dairy families and herds relocate to new farms from Moving Day to mid-June.06 Jun 04:59 PM
EntertainmentTerri Irwin warns crocodile-culling bill will increase risk to humansIrwin opposes safari hunting on Indigenous lands, calling it disastrous.06 Jun 01:04 AM
New Zealand'Sealed in' Seal gets rescued from Napier roadA video has surfaced of a seal getting caught in a net after getting stuck on a Napier road in 2024. Video / DOCWatch05 Jun 01:25 AM
WorldAbout 100 dead cats found at Japan woman's homeThe property was overflowing with faeces and urine, says Animal Assist Senju.04 Jun 07:15 AM
WorldChinese zoo captures last runaway capybara after two-month searchThe last runaway capybara, Doubao, was captured at the Yangzhou Zhuyuwan Scenic Area.04 Jun 06:01 AM
New Zealand'Not just a pretty face': Auckland reality TV star to fight crime through local politicsShe advocates for free cat desexing and microchipping in Auckland.04 Jun 03:49 AM
New ZealandDogs seized by council after eight cats killed in Auckland neighbourhood An Auckland vet says 'her heart has to heal' after losing four cats in the attacks.03 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandTerrified dog Zeus prompts owner's support of fireworks sale banA petition to ban the sale of fireworks is being presented to Parliament today.02 Jun 07:00 PM
RoyalsRural community well represented in King's Birthday HonoursThis year’s honours acknowledge contributors to New Zealand’s rural sector.01 Jun 05:05 PM
New ZealandWatch: Invercargill police get ‘incredi-bull’ surprise trotting down roadA big bull (mostly staying in its own lane) was captured on video trotting down Elles Rd.01 Jun 04:21 AM
New ZealandBull on the moooove in Invercargill, by Elles RoadA bull was seen on the moooove, travelling down Elles Road, by the hospital. Southern District Police said they "hoofed it to a residential address". Video / What's On InversWatch01 Jun 01:26 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFresh inquiries: Posh doggy daycare Pets and Pats' new base lacks resource consentFresh from court, Pets and Pats is facing new questions as neighbours let loose.30 May 05:00 PM
