New ZealandWhere will these dogs run when greyhound racing is put down?Reporter Rocco meets three sisters who are devastated to see their family’s racing legacy cancelled, and an animal rights advocate who believes it’s what’s best for the dogs.Watch12 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandProtecting kids and penguins - why Auckland has a beach dog wardenIf you were walking along the beaches last summer, you might have met Fletcher Munsterman.07 Jan 11:06 PM
LifestyleDogs are really talking to their owners – and yours can talk to you tooThis newfound talent can give a new lease of life to communication with your pet.06 Jan 12:42 AM
New Zealand‘Terrifying’: Street terrorised by roaming dogs'I was shaking. I’ve started shaking again now thinking about it', says woman.05 Jan 10:20 PM
New ZealandPet dog, 12 firearms allegedly stolen from Canterbury family in separate burglaries'We’ve had enough to deal with and we don’t know where else to turn.'05 Jan 08:03 AM
LifestyleAre dachshunds doomed? The long and the short of itSchnitzel von Krumm has a very low tum - for now.01 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandLife 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.'22 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandLoveable Lab a formidable force within Northland’s police - and now a calendar girl Ripper sniffs out hidden items, wins a spot in the 2025 police calendar.22 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandKea Kids News: Who let the dogs out? Meet the fearless team putting them back inDog 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.Watch22 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Have a horrible holiday:’ Pet-sitter’s horrific message as couple watch dog die on CCTVJudith Webby has a long history of upsetting flatmates, and home- and pet-owners.21 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWoman 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.'20 Dec 03:51 AM
New ZealandWinston the bulldogJudith 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 / SuppliedWatch18 Dec 05:20 AM
New ZealandPolice shoot dogs that attacked personPolice were called to the Talbot St area on Monday morning.17 Dec 02:54 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionEditorial: Winston Peters puts an end to a troubled industryOPINION: Is 20 months too long a transition period? It depends who you ask.15 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Physically ill': SPCA chief's horror at neglected pet dog's sufferingYoung dog Grimlock had to be euthanised.13 Dec 03:00 AM
New ZealandAuckland woman 'over the moon' after reunion with stolen dog – three years laterDe-Anna Kitto is reunited with her missing dog Baby after 3 years, thanks to a microchip.11 Dec 10:17 PM
New ZealandNew ferry announcement and Winston Peters bans greyhound racing | NZ Herald News UpdateThe 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 HeraldWatch10 Dec 06:04 PM
OpinionMichael GuerinMichael Guerin: The human cost of greyhound racing's unexpected demiseOPINION: Nearly 3000 dogs face uncertain futures as racing is effectively ended in NZ.10 Dec 04:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'The supermodels of the dog world': What it's like to own a greyhoundRacing dogs also 'incredibly lazy' in retirement, a rescue owner says.10 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandSPCA: 'Great day for greyhounds' as Racing Minister announces plans to ban the sportWinston Peters says greyhound racing will be phased out over the next 20 months. Video / NZ HeraldWatch10 Dec 12:33 AM
New ZealandGreyhound racing to be banned in NZ over animal welfare concernsThere have been three reviews in recent years highlighting animal welfare concerns.09 Dec 11:59 PM
New ZealandStoat-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.02 Dec 10:47 PM
LifestyleHere's how to spend your weekend in AucklandChristmas festivities, art music and more things to do around town.29 Nov 05:30 PM
OpinionOpinion: From Jack Russells to corgis, what the Royals’ dog choices reveal about themOPINION: It's not just about their looks - the royals' dogs match their personalities too.27 Nov 12:42 AM
EntertainmentUS TV star blasted for 'abandoning' elderly pet dogThe star gave up her dog because it didn’t get on with her partner’s puppy.26 Nov 09:16 PM
New ZealandInvestigation ongoing into burglary that left resident seriously injured, dog deadThree men arrested after an aggravated burglary that injured man, killed dog.25 Nov 12:19 AM
New Zealand'Never be the same': Mum-of-six has skull ripped open in stray dogs attackThe mother says her kids were only 20 or 30 metres away from the daytime mauling.21 Nov 04:00 PM
RacingFrom high school to greyhound racing: Xanthe Newman's journey with GoldstarXanthe successfully rehomes nine pups, calling herself Goldstar's 'Chief Photographer.'21 Nov 02:49 AM
New ZealandSpike in dangerous virus for dogs prompts warning'I can't stress enough that once your dog has signs, you're too late.'19 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Devastated’: Geyser the kiwi dies in suspected dog attackEven just one kiwi death can have a devastating impact on kiwi recovery, Helen Leahy said.16 Nov 10:54 PM
LifestylePet 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'.15 Nov 12:11 AM
New ZealandWoman's despair when car pinched, pet dog stolen as wellDog owner says beloved pet was thrown to the ground and injured.14 Nov 11:41 PM
LifestyleCelebrity animal psychologist explains why the bond with our dogs is so strongThe love owners share with their pups is 'about the same level as towards our children'.11 Nov 05:00 PM
Wellington PhoenixWatch: Phoenix game interrupted by captain's dogThe pitch-invading pup managed to evade capture for almost a minute.10 Nov 07:34 AM