Life of an Animal Control officer: 'I have never seen a person on the streets with a skinny dog'
'Section sizes have shrunk but all dogs need exercise, no matter what breed they are.'
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Kea Kids News: Who let the dogs out? Meet the fearless team putting them back in
Dog attack stats are off the chain and this new animal control team is doing something about it! Reporter Samridh talks to the dog catchers making your walk to school less scary.
‘Have a horrible holiday:’ Pet-sitter’s horrific message as couple watch dog die on CCTV
Judith Webby has a long history of upsetting flatmates, and home- and pet-owners.
Woman mauled by dogs upset after child attacked on same beach two weeks later
'Someone else has been hurt because of owners who can’t control their dogs.'
Winston the bulldog
Judith Webby was looking after Winston the bulldog when his breathing became increasingly laboured after coming back from a walk and he died not long after. Video / Supplied
Police shoot dogs that attacked person
Police were called to the Talbot St area on Monday morning.
Editorial: Winston Peters puts an end to a troubled industry
OPINION: Is 20 months too long a transition period? It depends who you ask.
'Physically ill': SPCA chief's horror at neglected pet dog's suffering
Young dog Grimlock had to be euthanised.
Auckland woman 'over the moon' after reunion with stolen dog – three years later
De-Anna Kitto is reunited with her missing dog Baby after 3 years, thanks to a microchip.
New ferry announcement and Winston Peters bans greyhound racing | NZ Herald News Update
The Government's new ferry deal announcement is expected today and Winston Peters announces greyhound racing industry will wind down over the next 20 months. Video / NZ Herald
Michael Guerin: The human cost of greyhound racing's unexpected demise
OPINION: Nearly 3000 dogs face uncertain futures as racing is effectively ended in NZ.
'The supermodels of the dog world': What it's like to own a greyhound
Racing dogs also 'incredibly lazy' in retirement, a rescue owner says.
SPCA: 'Great day for greyhounds' as Racing Minister announces plans to ban the sport
Winston Peters says greyhound racing will be phased out over the next 20 months. Video / NZ Herald
Greyhound racing to be banned in NZ over animal welfare concerns
There have been three reviews in recent years highlighting animal welfare concerns.
Stoat-busting duo find no sign of rogue visitor on predator-free island
A stoat that swam to Matakohe-Limestone Island is believed to have gone again.
Here's how to spend your weekend in Auckland
Christmas festivities, art music and more things to do around town.
Opinion: From Jack Russells to corgis, what the Royals’ dog choices reveal about them
OPINION: It's not just about their looks - the royals' dogs match their personalities too.
US TV star blasted for 'abandoning' elderly pet dog
The star gave up her dog because it didn’t get on with her partner’s puppy.
Investigation ongoing into burglary that left resident seriously injured, dog dead
Three men arrested after an aggravated burglary that injured man, killed dog.
'Never be the same': Mum-of-six has skull ripped open in stray dogs attack
The mother says her kids were only 20 or 30 metres away from the daytime mauling.
From high school to greyhound racing: Xanthe Newman's journey with Goldstar
Xanthe successfully rehomes nine pups, calling herself Goldstar's 'Chief Photographer.'
Spike in dangerous virus for dogs prompts warning
'I can't stress enough that once your dog has signs, you're too late.'
‘Devastated’: Geyser the kiwi dies in suspected dog attack
Even just one kiwi death can have a devastating impact on kiwi recovery, Helen Leahy said.
Pet safety plea: $6 chew toy leads to nearly $10k vet bill
‘We almost lost our baby because of a toy,’ Kiwi woman says. ‘I have lost trust in them'.
Woman's despair when car pinched, pet dog stolen as well
Dog owner says beloved pet was thrown to the ground and injured.
Celebrity animal psychologist explains why the bond with our dogs is so strong
The love owners share with their pups is 'about the same level as towards our children'.
Watch: Phoenix game interrupted by captain's dog
The pitch-invading pup managed to evade capture for almost a minute.
Dog in car taken from shop injured but reunited with owner
A dog is safely back with her owner after thief steals car.
Roaming dogs on a cat-killing spree: 'Something has to be done'
Pet owners might soon 'start to take matters into their own hands', a resident says.
'Extremely sad situation': Dog euthanised after attacking 5-year-old at school
The dog was surrendered to the council by its owners and euthanised.
I went on a girls’ trip – and bonded with three feral dogs instead
OPINION: Small talk isn’t my strong suit, but Bruno, Spots and Dingus didn’t care.
Meet Apollo, the Egyptian dog filmed atop a pyramid who charmed internet
A rescue group leader recognised Apollo barking at birds atop the Pyramid of Khafre.
From sorrow to joy: Belle's journey to a new home after tragedy
Belle Kara, a dog left with her dead owner, is adopted by a loving family.
Group ignores 'unmissable' signs and walks dog off lead on pest-free Northland island
Dog seen on pest-free Matakohe Limestone Island was not there for conservation purposes