'She is my best friend': Boy's 'life enabling' assistance dog
The relationship between Harry, and his assistance dog Kowhai, provides a needed bond.
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Dogs are 'family': Why vet says city's decades-old ban should go
He has set out to 'champion the good dogs and the good people'.
Officials worried about feral dog attacks before tramping season
DoC and the Te Araroa Trail trust tell trampers wild dogs are a potential hazard.
Waikato man sentenced after dog euthanised following 'gross neglect', blunt force trauma
Experts said the dog would've been in 'severe discomfort' for a three-to-six-month period.
Council calls on public to assist with dog attack inquiry
The attack last week left a Thames woman injured and her beloved pet dead.
'Horrendous noise': Hunt neighbour '100% sick of' hounds howling at 2am
'I don’t want to be a grumpy neighbour, I don’t begrudge anyone their sport.'
31 dogs snatched from Northland end up in Wellington: Police, SPCA investigating
Thirty-one dogs and puppies were unlawfully taken from a Whangārei property.
James Middleton: My dog convinced me to not take my own life
Kate’s brother says Ella was instrumental in supporting him through his ‘lowest ebb'.
'We're getting overrun': DoC manager pleads for poison to stop wild dogs
Feral dogs are living in remote NZ bush, putting trampers at risk of attacks.
Dog that attacked child still considered 'dangerous' after owner's appeal fails
Girl required 10 stitches after animal's bite lacerated her lip.
'Pulled around like a rag doll': Woman injured, dog killed on beach walk
A $1000 reward is being offered to find the dog that attacked Oscar.
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Ratepayer challenges council over its Armourguard $12m contract
Ratepayer notifies auditor-general of concerns over the district's animal control service
Property Insider: 'Terrific time to look at NZ' for $1.6b investor
Big investor says New Zealand has compelling opportunities.
Mosako - the sweet Japanese dog cared for by Air NZ crew
Michelle Little reflects on what Mosako taught her Kiwi friends as the crew say goodbye.
Suki's legacy: The dog attack that went all the way to the Court of Appeal
A new ruling has clarified the hazy laws around destruction orders for dogs that attack.
A dog's life: The new DNA technology that could significantly extend your pet's longevity
We can slow biological ageing in humans – can we do it for dogs?
Lily Allen received death threats after rescue dog confession
'I’ve received some really abhorrent messages, including death threats.'
New Zealand aquaculture industry set for boost from expanded use of mussels in dog food
Green-lipped mussel extract can provide relief for joints in canines.
Lily Allen returned rescue puppy after it 'ruined her life'
The singer adopted the puppy with her husband David Harbour during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Malnourished puppies found beside river now thriving
Four malnourished puppies rescued near Ohakune are doing well under Rukmini Vadke's care.
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‘We didn’t know if he was going to survive’: What’s behind the rise in dog attacks?
An alarming rise in dog attacks has left experts and advocates searching for answers.
Top dogs: Hard-working BoP hounds one paw closer to glory
Nearly 400 dogs nationwide were nominated for this year’s contest.
'Take us together': Dying celeb wanted dog killed, buried with him
'Put him to sleep in my arms,' he requested.
Waikato hounds make nationwide Top Dog finals
The 2024 competition raises money for NZ mental health and dog-related charities.
'Unbelievable': Six dogs returned to home after 55 animals seized
Cats with 'big gashes' and dogs 'chained up on a short chain' have been seen at the home.
Kevin Page: $185 ‘saved’ during personal time
OPINION: Occasionally, you need five minutes to yourself. 'Personal time'.
94 days and 200 miles: Farm dog Scottie's long journey home in 1921
In 1921, Scottie travelled back home to his old farm - from New Brighton to Herbert.
Yorkshire terrier survives shark attack because it ‘didn’t like the taste’
The dog resurfaced with multiple bite wounds, a broken pelvis and severe bruising.
'Too many dog attacks': Couple sentenced after bite leaves toddler with serious injuries
There have been 30 dog attacks on children this year alone.
'Death was his only reprieve': Dog chained for five years, owner fined $2000
'He was so hungry that he was eating the plastic wrappers of his dog roll.'