RacingWhy greyhound racing is fighting back against looming banThe ruling body is seeking a judicial review of the Government's closure decision.26 May 04:16 AM
New ZealandOwners 'hiding' roaming dogs that allegedly killed eight Auckland catsThe council confirmed the CCTV footage appeared to show the same dogs.23 May 09:00 PM
World'Really proud': Team show dedication to caring for rescued bear cubStaff wear bear costumes to prevent bonding with the cub before his release into the wild.23 May 05:32 AM
New Zealand'Quite septic': Roaming dog attacks affecting guide dog clientsAuckland Council says there have been 716 dog attacks as of March this year.15 May 07:00 AM
LifestyleTheir adopted pig charmed the world. Then their romance crumbledEsther's dads, Jenkins and Walter, founded a 20ha sanctuary for her and other animals.15 May 03:45 AM
New Zealand Council euthanises 56 dogs in two monthsFNDC received 796 requests for service for animal management in January and February.14 May 05:00 PM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthOpinion: Why mallard ducks are more than just a pretty nuisanceOpinion: A duck season drone raises questions on wildlife management and costs.14 May 05:00 PM
PropertyLandlord threw up when inspecting rental ruined by three cats trapped insideThe landlord vomited from the overpowering smell inside the home.14 May 08:00 AM
New Zealand'Horrific': Dog owner sentenced after pets' 'near-fatal' attack on 2yo boy'The trauma and injuries inflicted on this child were horrific.'14 May 03:40 AM
New ZealandKāinga Ora appears not to care about mistreated dogs - neighbourThree dogs in Bucklands Beach were seized and euthanised because of neglect.13 May 09:57 AM
New ZealandBird experts at oddsd over native parapara trees Robert Webb advises removing parapara trees; Ian McLean suggests trimming flowers instead.12 May 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Unacceptable': SAFE slams delays in rodeo welfare code releaseSAFE urges the release of the draft, citing unnecessary animal deaths.11 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Pure panic': Mum speaks out after son victim of terrifying dog attackResidents report increasing concerns about roaming, aggressive dogs.09 May 06:34 AM
New Zealand'How they do it in the West Coast': Man disfigures family dog in drunken attackRonan Apiti said Buck the dog was like one of his children.09 May 03:36 AM
New ZealandWatch: Deer's ill-fated dash to airport - 'I've hit the darn thing'It ran across suburban streets and the runway – then authorities intervened.09 May 02:44 AM
WorldWatch: 'He's trying to smoke it' - Raccoon busted with crack pipePolice found a raccoon with a crack pipe in a car.07 May 08:04 PM
New Zealand'This dog deserves justice': $7000 reward as search for abuser narrowsDoor-knocking efforts have begun in the Weymouth/Clendon area.07 May 07:28 AM
WorldMob demands answers in California's serial cat killer caseJulie, a calico, and Linky, a 12-year-old tabby, are among the missing cats.06 May 08:46 PM
New ZealandPet dog Mike found starved to death in kennel, tethered by rusty chainThe owner said he knew his dog was unwell but couldn't afford to get him checked. 06 May 02:00 AM
New Zealand'Living their best lives': New mobile ocean farm trial for snapperThe trial system sits 10-15 metres below the surface, and moves with the tide.06 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandWeka ride: Hitchhiking bird's unexpected journey sparks DoC reminderA weka hitched a 300km ride to Christchurch in a ute.05 May 08:37 AM
New ZealandDuck hunter allegedly shoots down drone flown by animal rights activist in CanterburyThe pilot has described the incident and defended his flying of the drone. 04 May 03:38 AM
New ZealandHong Kong man ordered to leave NZ after breaking cat's bones while toilet training, showering itThe cat had a list of injuries and needed to be euthanised. 04 May 03:00 AM
WorldCat survives 115m fall in US canyon tragedy, couple diesRescued cat is recovering after fatal incident at Bryce Canyon in Utah.02 May 05:33 AM
WorldWatch: Selfie-seeking tourist attacked by croc after mistaking it for a statueHe pulled out his cellphone moments before the croc attacked.01 May 12:54 AM
New ZealandVenomous sea snake found on South Island, second NZ discovery in a weekThe Department of Conservation said the snake likely arrived due to recent weather events.30 Apr 08:57 AM
World'Incredibly disturbing': Salmon die-off fuels election debatePieces of dead salmon have washed up on Tasmania's Verona Sands beach.29 Apr 06:17 AM
OpinionOpinion: Why healthy animals mean healthier communitiesOPINION: This year's World Veterinary Day theme was Animal Health Takes a Team.28 Apr 03:30 AM
New ZealandSticky situation: Ruru freed from notorious 'bird-catching tree'The bird was treated and cleaned at the Native Bird Recovery Centre.28 Apr 03:00 AM
New ZealandSimmental cattle breeder Tony Thompson's life of legacyAt 80 years old, Tony Thompson shows no sign of slowing down.28 Apr 02:30 AM
New ZealandStock truck full of sheep rolls on SH1 near BalcluthaThe Clinton Highway is closed following the single-vehicle crash. 27 Apr 02:43 AM
New ZealandVenomous sea snake killed after dog attack at Auckland beachThe snake was likely blown ashore by strong winds and needing rest.27 Apr 02:22 AM
New Zealand'You've got rat bite fever': Northland woman's warning to trappersShe touched a live rat briefly, leading to severe infection and sepsis.26 Apr 05:00 PM
LifestyleRunaway sausage dog snagged after 529 days on Australian islandHer owners feared the wurst when the sausage dog went missing, now Valerie is going home.26 Apr 02:58 AM
