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
LifestyleKitten rescued from car engineA women was driving her car when she heard a meowing. When she opened the bonnet she saw a trapped kitten11 Dec 12:02 AM
WorldCheetah a late arrival in AfricaDespite appearing in countless wildlife documentaries about the continent, it appears the cheetah is not really African at all.10 Dec 09:30 PM
OpinionSam Judd: Seabirds soaring into strifeApproximately 90 per cent of seabirds have been found to have plastic in their stomachs, and the worst-hit locations are right in our back yard, writes Sam Judd.10 Dec 08:15 PM
LifestyleKiwis splash on Christmas pet pressiesWe really love our pets, we Kiwis - most of us give presents to our cats at Christmas and even more make sure Santa looks after the dog.10 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldLions poisoned as tensions risesEight lions from a pride that featured in the BBC TV series Big Cat Diary have been poisoned in the Maasai Mara in Kenya.10 Dec 02:13 AM
LifestyleThe story of this heartbreaking photoThe final moments of a much loved police horse comforted by an officer were captured in this photo.10 Dec 02:07 AM
SportWatch: Exciting polo match in ArgentinaPolo match in Buenos Aires. Video by Michael CraigWatch09 Dec 07:27 PM
LifestyleWant a better night's sleep? Share your bed with a petA study reveals improved sleep for those who share their bed with their pet.09 Dec 07:11 PM
New ZealandSPCA: These four are still waitingFour dogs are still waiting for homes after being with Auckland's SPCA for more than six months - equating to a seven-year sentence for humans.09 Dec 04:00 PM
Business'NZ dairy contaminated with cruelty'A graphic advertisement aimed at shaming New Zealand's dairy industry for its treatment of calves has been put in a leading British newspaper.06 Dec 01:00 AM
LifestyleThe mating dance of the peacock spiderWith their flamboyant dress, and fabulous song and dance routines, tiny peacock spiders have captivated the hearts of the internet.04 Dec 10:48 PM
LifestyleWhy cats live longer than dogsCool and aloof, the cat will never be known as man's best friend. But its solitary nature may be the key to its long life, say scientists.04 Dec 01:00 AM
