How heavy is Frank the meerkat? London Zoo weighs its 14,000 animals
New York Times: It can’t be easy to weigh a meerkat, but boy, does it look like fun.
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News snippets from Northland and the surrounds.
Lolita the Orca dies after 50 years in captivity
Caregivers had been preparing to move her from a US theme park.
Former Auckland high school deputy principal jailed for child abuse images
Lawrence Peter Stephens pleaded guilty to 5 charges covering possession of 218 images.
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Clever traps that can pick pests from native species set to join NZ's war on predators.
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'People need to start taking responsibility': Puppies dumped, animal facilities at capacity
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Dead dolphins transported to Massey University to determine cause of death
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Motorway pig which evaded capture for weeks looking for forever home
The pig is looking to put his life on the run behind him.
Six dolphins found dead in Ruakākā, hapū on-site
It is suspected low cloud prevented the dolphins from being sighted earlier.
Rescued walrus calf that received cuddles in care dies
The rescued 1-month-old was struggling with a number of health issues.
Increasing kiwi deaths prompts conservation groups to caution dog owners
Suspected dog attack behind another dead kiwi in Northland.
Who let the dogs in? Workplaces embrace canine colleagues
One workplace even has online staff profiles for their pooches.
NZ in ‘firing line’ as scientists sound alarm over extreme Antarctica events
Extreme events are influencing every realm in Antarctica, prompting a call for action.
Woman leaves 'emotional support dog' in airport after being told it couldn't fly
She was told she couldn't take her pet on the plane. So, she left the dog behind.
Calls for authorities to intervene over ‘local harmful cat feeder’
Cat owners have tracked a woman leaving food they say is making their cats sick.
King of the Saddle returns to Ruakākā
Opie Bosson admits it's tough mahi coming back in winter.
New tiger matched with zoo female for breeding
Scout, Peggy and Sang just moved into their new homes.
Ancient giant whale unearthed in Peruvian desert
Scientists say the creature could challenge the blue whale’s title as the heaviest animal.
Auckland Zoo elephant's chance at forever home as new fundraiser launched
'There’s no real substitute for an elephant being with other elephants.'
'Cat lady of Katikati' closing rescue doors due to costs
Catherine Sharp hopes someone can take over Katikati Rescue Cats.
What to do when your dog bites (and happens to live in the White House)
New York Times: We're still holding dogs to standards they cannot possibly understand.
'No, our bears aren't men in suits’ says Chinese zoo
If you go down to the zoo today, you'd better not wear disguise…
New mobile desexing clinic for Northland on the way
The SPCA is hoping its new mobile desexing clinic will reduce unwanted litters of puppies.
Bear spotted in Southern California spa pool during heatwave
The Burbank police have issued warnings to residents.
Turtley devoted: A friendship as wide as the ocean
An unlikely friendship makes for a heart-warming story.
Why did 488 golden retrievers gather in Scotland?
New York Times: People, and dogs, travel from around the world to take part in the event.