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The echo of the huntaway will be heard again
Dog trials are now able to recommence in Ākitio after extensive cyclone repairs.
Postman Pat finishes second in The Phoenix
The greyhound has now won over $500,000 in prizemoney.
Cases of pet heatstroke on the rise in NZ - here's how to prevent it
As temperatures rise, here's how to keep your pets safe in the sun.
May the paws be with you - Waikato Police dog Obi-Wan ready for action
The Waikato dog patrol unit receives its tenth canine-human duo.
Neighbours at war over barking Shih Tzu dogs
Ruby and Simba have been the subject of 17 complaints from three neighbours.
Dog owner bitten by man after elderly border collie mauled
Molly has had two surgeries and may need more after her throat was 'ripped open'.
Finding Roo: Christchurch pup's dramatic tale of survival after falling from back of ute
Christmas came early for the Nichol family when they were reunited with Roo.
Dog toy resembling kiwi pulled from Mitre 10 shelves
A conservation group is praising the hardware store's move.
New Zealand’s first rabies death reveals horror of disease
Filipino man died from rabies in New Zealand in March.
‘Tired’ Gisborne animal control officer at fault for death of family dog
The dog's death was because of 'human error'.
Britney Spears rushes her dog to the vet after birthday party
The pop star called off her birthday celebration early and rushed her pooch to the vet.
'It’s like having a child': Owners of diabetic pets face big costs
One vet says pet owners should not “reward the waistline” with treats.
Dog meat protester threatens to kill himself if South Korea goes ahead with ban
Demonstrators threaten to release thousands of dogs into central Seoul to protest the ban.
Watch: Heart-warming moment kidnapped Israeli children are reunited with beloved family dog
The dog was greeted excitedly by the young siblings who had spent weeks in captivity.
Family whose Rottweiler ‘Chopper’ attacked vet ordered to remove ‘threatening’ FB page
A judge ordered the removal of a Facebook page that posted threats against a Tauranga vet.
Baby girl attacked by dog recovering; Kaipara mayor says increasing dog attacks 'worrying'
Kaipara's mayor is concerned about rising figures relating to dog attacks in Northland.
Ranger called after florist dog pops out to see passing pups
Dogs can be in the owner's shop but not on the street in part of Whanganui's central city.
Increased number of dog attacks in Northland 'concerning'
Northland's councils are working hard to deal with dangerous dogs.
News briefs from Northland: Critical dog attack injury, Science for Sociopaths and tourism website
News snippets from Northland.
Ruh-roh: Hundreds of dog owners face $300 fines as registrations drop
With too many unregistered dogs for door-to-door visits, the fines will be mailed.
Caught red-pawed: Meet the serial dog burglar who made off with a neighbour's beef roast
Leo's swag of stolen goods includes work shorts, cheese graters, a hot pie and tarakihi.
Summer spike in bad dog behaviour sparks reminder about canine etiquette
Northland councils see a spike in complaints about bad dog behaviour every summer.
The rise of the pampered petriachy
Do you treat your pet like a person? Then you're setting yourself, and them, for failure.
More than 20 puppies abandoned in South Auckland over 24 hours
Plastic container with 20 pups dumped at a Manukau pound; nine more found in Clendon Park.
Justice for Drakie and Duckie: The five-year neighbourly spat over two Pekin ducks
Drakie died and Duckie was badly injured after being attacked by a dog.
Top dog: Waikato duo break records and win for late mate
Jecentho believed his friend was with him in spirit in Ashburton over the weekend.
Dog owners left shocked by this huge travel expense
Pet owners complain that boarding them over holidays costs more than childcare.
'Immense amount of blood': Rottweiler mauls owner after she fed him cannabis
The owners bought the cannabis lollies for their dog because they said he was 'stressed'.
Get in behind 'em: Waikato duo step up for transtasman sheep dog tests
Local farmer and paw-some companion will compete in the Trans-Tasman Sheep Dog Trial.
'It's going to be huge': 25 years for iconic Hunterville Huntaway Festival
The race in which shepherds eat disgusting things has hit a milestone.
World’s oldest dog ever dies in Portugal
Bobi’s secret to a long life was good food, fresh air and lots of love.
Residents call for urgent action to stop roaming and aggressive dogs
Calls for more animal control staff and penalties for dog owners after fatal mauling.
Dog falls into grave at Auckland funeral moments before coffin is lowered
The incident was captured on video and quickly went viral on social media.