LifestyleWarm up your weekend by tagging along to these midwinter eventsCongratulations to anyone not hit by cold and flu season — make the most of it.12 Jul 06:00 PM
Lifestyle'My cat hates it': Kiwi cat owners unhappy with new Whiskas productThe company claims new formula adds value, and a vet explains why cats react to new food.12 Jul 02:51 AM
New Zealand'Horrendous': Two family pets poisoned, die within hours of each other'He was howling, shrieking, and running from a demon he couldn’t see.'11 Jul 09:18 AM
New ZealandOnce-timid cat seeking cosy home for winterPimento is a shy sweetheart who will make a great house cat.08 Jul 09:10 PM
New ZealandExotic pet show slammed as a ‘Willy Wonka’ experience; complaints to SPCAOrganiser rejects claims of animal abuse and underwhelming stalls.08 Jul 08:28 PM
New ZealandWaikato vet launches special education kit for kidsAnexa Vets hopes to spark an interest in the career of a veterinarian from an early age.08 Jul 06:30 PM
LifestyleWhy does your cat meow at you?Cats almost never meow at each other. So what makes humans so special?08 Jul 03:53 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleWhy a pet’s death can hurt worse than losing a human loved oneA dog or cat's passing can stir up particularly complicated emotions. Here's how to cope.01 Jul 05:30 AM
EntertainmentDavid Beckham’s daughter-in-law to sue dog groomer over pet's deathNicola Peltz’s nine-year-old pet chihuahua suffered a medical emergency and died suddenly.01 Jul 04:37 AM
New ZealandMidhirst local inspiring positive changeThe 19-year-old World Vision youth ambassador taught 40 tricks to a group of dogs.29 Jun 10:00 PM
LifestyleCan pets get car sick? How to help your dog or catCar rides can be a daunting experience for pets. How can you make their journey smoother?29 Jun 09:53 PM
New Zealand'Definitely won't forget it': Dog hit by car fleeing police and tossed 4m into airThree witnesses tried to flag down police to help find the stricken animal.29 Jun 06:46 AM
WorldBuffalo that fulfilled Native American prophecy not seen since birthA white buffalo, also known as bison, is born in the wild once in every 1 million births.29 Jun 01:08 AM
New ZealandHomes urgently needed for pets in wake of stormsGisborne, Napier and Hastings SPCA Centres have run out of space for displaced pets.27 Jun 01:54 AM
New ZealandSeal hunts eel in creek near TaradaleA passerby captured the moment a roaming kekeno caught an eel in Taipo Stream near the Napier suburb of Taradale, about 5km from the ocean. Video / SuppliedWatch25 Jun 02:48 AM
EntertainmentWhat happened to Michael Jackson’s pet chimpanzee Bubbles?15 years after the King of Pop died, Bubbles is still going strong.25 Jun 01:25 AM
RacingFrom farmer to greyhound guru: Thomassen's journey to successCameron Thomassen celebrated as young achiever in greyhound racing.20 Jun 04:01 AM
New ZealandNine hundred sheep and 250 dog trial enthusiasts set for four-day compThe National Equestrian Centre arena in Taupō will host the popular event.18 Jun 02:00 AM
New ZealandA sweet farewell for Sugar and her 18 puppiesA sweet life for Sugar and her 18 puppies has been found.16 Jun 12:00 AM
RacingMick on Monday: Kennedy laments wasted opportunity at abandoned meetingMick on Monday: The meeting was called off after two races after a horse slipped.09 Jun 05:07 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessWhy the pet food industry is booming in an economic crunchPet therapy: Pet ownership on the rise among millennials, singles and seniors.09 Jun 02:00 AM
WorldWatch: Giraffe nibbles baby and sends her flyingA nibble from a giraffe turned into an airborne adventure.07 Jun 03:00 AM
WorldGiraffe’s nibble turns into airborne safari adventure for Texas toddlerVideo captures the moment a giraffe at a drive-through wildlife park in Texas picked up a toddler from the rear of a truck. Video / APWatch06 Jun 11:51 PM
LifestyleFrank Film: For the love of a bull breed dogChch Bull Breed Rescue gives homes to the dogs that often don't get a fair chance at life.05 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandBird strike delays Air New Zealand flightPassengers had to disembark and the plane was returned to the gate for inspection.31 May 03:57 AM
New ZealandBusy nesting: Kākāriki now raising chicksBoth parents had been doing 'absolutely brilliantly' in taking care of their brood.29 May 04:00 AM
New ZealandAdopt a Pet: Not a mouse in the house with this kittenA sweet young cat in Tūrangi is looking for a second chance at life.28 May 10:00 PM
New ZealandAbandoned puppy chasing fur-ever home after losing brotherChase was found underweight and infested with worms, but has made a full recovery.28 May 12:57 AM
RacingHorse racing: West Coast resumes with hard-fought win in ManawatūChampion steeplechaser West Coast could be aimed at a third Grand National.26 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'It needs to be banned': Unclear future for greyhound racing in Whanganui'Whether or not it’s banned or reformed, I don’t know at this point.'26 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandKennel cough in Northland: Rise in cases causing concernNorthland vets urge dog owners to be vigilant as kennel cough cases rise around the region26 May 03:00 AM
LifestyleWoman finds the dog she took to be euthanised up for adoption a year later'I have a lot of questions, but first and foremost, I want him back.'25 May 01:41 AM
LifestyleKabosu, the 'doge' behind dogecoin, dies at 18Millions of fans, including Elon Musk, have been moved by the news of Kabosu's death.25 May 12:55 AM
New ZealandCat found dead 26km from home: Owners fear a cat-killer stalks their neighourhoodCat owner fears disappearances are linked, asks 'why would anyone do this'?21 May 11:18 PM
