New Zealand22 sheep packed in van 'like sardines'Two youths have been charged after police found 22 sheep crammed in a van in Gisborne this morning.24 Dec 12:02 AM
WorldCircus busted for fake pandasChow Chow dogs, painted and dyed to look like panda bears, have been seized from an Italian circus.23 Dec 08:54 PM
WorldAnimal rights ruling cracks cageThe move to grant an orang-utan in Argentina some legal rights enjoyed by humans could open the floodgates to thousands of similar cases.23 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldBug named after Sir DavidA newly discovered beetle has been named after television naturalist Sir David Attenborough.22 Dec 09:25 PM
OpinionTalk to the Animals: 5 of NZ's worst animal invasionsThere are aliens living amongst us, not little green men but foreign animal species from ecosystems far away, writes Sally Hibbard.22 Dec 08:20 PM
WorldOrangutan granted legal rights in ArgentinaAn Argentine court has granted "habeas corpus" to a female orangutan at the Buenos Aires Zoo and recognised basic rights for her as a "non-human individual" to live in semi-freedom with other large primates.21 Dec 10:24 PM
New ZealandRescue an 'owl-ing success'A rare native bird has been released back into the wild a month on from a stormy rescue by a Hamilton police officer.19 Dec 03:54 AM
New Zealand'Harrowing' neglect: cats imprisonedAn Auckland woman who kept 50 cats living in disgusting conditions with serious infections and ailments has been sentenced for her neglect.19 Dec 12:22 AM
New ZealandHere kitty: Officer saves trapped kittenThe firefighter who rescued a kitten trapped in the dashboard of a Tauranga car has been described as the "finest cat whisperer".18 Dec 09:54 PM
New ZealandTears over stolen guinea pigsTears have flowed at a Mosgiel kindergarten the week before Christmas after thieves stole two guinea pigs, beloved pets for five years.16 Dec 08:31 PM
New ZealandFightback after years of exploitationIn the long story of the Hauraki Gulf, humans have been in the picture for mere moments.16 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionTalk to the Animals: Wigs for dogs and other weird animal servicesThere is an astonishing array of goods and services available for pets. With some trepidation, Sally Hibbard set out to find the strangest of them.16 Dec 02:45 AM
WorldTeen killed in Queensland shark attackA far north Queensland community is grieving the death of an 18-year-old man who was attacked by a shark in front of shocked friends.15 Dec 05:41 PM
EntertainmentActress sued for riding horseFor those who didn’t know, Zooey Deschanel is an enthusiastic equestrian, who has competed in numerous competitions.14 Dec 10:00 PM
New ZealandPolice apologise for dog shootingA man whose dog was chased by police, pepper sprayed and unlawfully shot dead has received an official apology.12 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMicro-chips keep pets safeLosing a pet can be tough for both the animal and its owner, so the SPCA is once again pushing the importance of having pets micro-chipped.12 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand10 best science stories of 2014From potential taxes on sugary drinks to the ancestry of our kiwi, science has offered plenty of headlines this year.11 Dec 05:33 AM
EntertainmentMonkey trouble holds up Pirates 5Filming for Pirates of the Caribbean 5 could be delayed, all thanks to a bit of monkey business in Australian quarantine.10 Dec 11:30 PM
LifestyleTop kitten names of 2014The most popular kitten names for 2014 have been revealed - with Bella and Oliver topping the list of most-loved feline monikers once again.10 Dec 11:15 PM
WorldShark warning for Perth beachgoersPerth beachgoers are being urged to take extra care after a spate of shark sightings.10 Dec 01:16 AM
WorldShark attack policy like 'Jaws'A shark attack expert says Western Australia's policy is like the Hollywood blockbuster movie 'Jaws'.09 Dec 01:19 AM
OpinionTalk to the Animals: Top animal news stories for 2014There was no shortage of animal stories making news this past year, though sadly most have not been especially positive.08 Dec 10:00 PM
WorldGrumpy Cat's mega millionsWith a relentless look of malevolence Grumpy Cat is not exactly cute. But her owner believes she's "unstoppable".08 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldNoise forcing songbirds chorus pre-dawnIt is the sound synonymous with the start of a new day.07 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleWhy you should rescue a catBridget Foxx-Parr discovers that giving an unwanted cat a second chance has unforeseen benefits.04 Dec 11:00 PM
LifestyleWhy pet insurance pays offOwning a pet is a two-way relationship. They give people pleasure during the good times, but you have to take care of them when they fall ill.03 Dec 11:00 PM
OpinionTalk to the Animals: Presents for petsThey say Christmas is all about the children, however if it happens that your 'children' are of the furry variety that's no reason to leave them off Santa's list.02 Dec 12:15 AM
New ZealandMilitary show moved for rare baby birdsA pair of nesting rare birds has forced an Auckland museum to move a live action event in order to protect the endangered chicks.01 Dec 04:00 PM
EntertainmentBieber 'abandons' his third petJustin Bieber is reported to have "abandoned" his third pet, an adorable puppy called Karma.01 Dec 01:30 AM
New ZealandSnacks in a box get the wagTails are wagging across the country as New Zealand's first treat delivery service for dogs is unleashed.29 Nov 04:00 PM
LifestyleDoes your dog understand?If you are worried that your dog is not paying attention to what you are saying, simply look at where is he is staring.27 Nov 09:55 PM
