New ZealandThames takes brush with fame in strideThe police dog that went bush for a week earlier this year is prepped and ready for another year on the force.29 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandHeadbutting sheep caught on tapeWatch this cheeky sheep ramming his owner's car door a day after the vehicle returned from the panel beaters.28 Dec 05:56 PM
New ZealandDe-sexing stops kitten caboodleThis year, SPCA Auckland took in 11,000 animals - and of the 82 received in the past few days, 71 of those were kittens.28 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandJoy-riding can soon turn nastyEvery day over summer, the SPCA Auckland responds to about a dozen calls regarding dogs locked in cars that are quickly overheating.27 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldKoala rescued from fire left a bit thirstyA koala was feeling a little thirsty after being rescued from a bushfire in southern Australia27 Dec 07:44 AM
New ZealandWATCH: Shark in the shallows at beachA shark has been filmed swimming and cavorting in the shallows at Papamoa beach27 Dec 05:55 AM
LifestyleDogs of pwhoar: a bona fido way to get the girlsWomen will place more value on how a potential mate interacts with their pet than will single men.25 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandHappy birthday to kiwi number 200A sleigh-full of presents isn't the only special delivery to roll in this festive season, as the South Island's West Coast welcomes a rare kiwi.25 Dec 01:45 AM
New ZealandChristmas Quackers: duck rescueEight ducklings were rescued by the fire service after getting trapped down a drain.25 Dec 01:33 AM
LifestyleThe best kids and pets photosHeartwarming images from an international photo competition of children with animals.25 Dec 01:00 AM
LifestyleFurry surfers hit the beachFurry surfers of all shapes and sizes have grabbed their boards and hit the beach to take part in the annual Surf City Surf Dog Competition.24 Dec 07:00 PM
New ZealandMan offers $500 for missing magpieAn Auckland man has placed an ad on Trade Me offering a reward of $500 for the return of a missing magpie named Piper.23 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandCat fight comes to an endA public, and at times nasty, tug-of-love battle over an adored pedigree cat has come to an end with a court order.23 Dec 04:39 AM
World'Extinct' sea snakes spottedHumans haven't seen a living short-nosed sea snake in 15 years, but there they were, two such snakes swimming along in the waters of Western Australia.22 Dec 09:08 PM
LifestyleBunnies in cups - cute or cruel?What's your initial reaction: "That's adorable" or "The person who did this needs to be locked up"?22 Dec 03:30 AM
New ZealandChimp in Wellington dies after fightTemba, a male chimp at Wellington Zoo, died on Saturday night after a fight with the alpha male of the group.21 Dec 11:31 PM
New ZealandShark drops in for a close-upA close-up snap of a blue shark has been posted online after its apparent capture in the Bay of Plenty.21 Dec 04:18 AM
New ZealandRiver heads home to her rescuerRiver could not contain her excitement when her new owner's mother arrived at Tauranga SPCA to collect the 3-month-old adopted pup.21 Dec 12:20 AM
New ZealandSharks of the New Zealand summerEveryone knows they're out there, but how well do you know your sharks? Niwa looks at four of the most common sharks you're likely to spot this summer.20 Dec 09:43 PM
WorldThe cats and dogs of warIn the years since the Syrian civil war broke out in 2011, Alaa Aljaleel has become his hometown's unofficial feline caretaker.18 Dec 07:29 PM
New ZealandMissing dog drama ends in beach fightA dog sparked a fight between two women on a beach which led to the alleged attacker facing criminal charges.18 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand10 weeks of 'pain and distress'A woman has been prosecuted after a dog she was supposed to look after suffered "pain and distress" for 10 weeks, the SPCA said today.18 Dec 03:47 AM
LifestylePandas don't want no scrubsPandas don't want no scrubs. They have a higher success rate of having cubs if they are coupled with a bear they love.17 Dec 12:57 AM
LifestyleChristmas turkey's great escapeIt's a bad time of year to be a turkey. But one bird was determined not to be a Christmas dinner and escaped from his farm three times in a week.16 Dec 10:24 PM
WorldMassive spider lurking in door frameAMAZING PHOTO: Whatever you do, don't open that door!16 Dec 09:07 PM
LifestyleA bone a day for better doggy dental healthIt's doggy dental time and the results of a unique trial have pointed strongly to a way to achieve good dental health - raw bones.15 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleTurning pets vegetarian could kill themThinking your pets should join you in your vegetarianism? Think again.14 Dec 11:41 PM
LifestyleThe ultimate cat photobomb?A curious cat has taken centre stage in a family photo.14 Dec 07:18 PM
New ZealandThey attacked me like pack of wolvesWoman mauled by three Irish wolfhounds on the terrifying moment she thought she was going to die.14 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhale of a time saving whalesAuckland Airport is giving away $120,000 to Kiwi charities as part of its 12 Days of Christmas initiative.12 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandTurtles invade city waterwaysAuckland is on the brink of "explosion" in red-eared slider turtles. A pest regarded as one of the world's 100 most-invasive species.12 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleInside the booming pet industryAcross New Zealand, pets can get swimming certificates, advent calendars, and even be dyed to match bridesmaids' dresses.11 Dec 08:30 PM
