New ZealandPlea to pet owners to get animals desexed as kittens overwhelm centresAn unusually high number of kittens has stretched Northland rescue centres.04 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandResearchers have lost Daisy the great white sharkSatellite tag has fallen off and there is no way to find her until the weather improves.29 May 05:23 AM
New ZealandWatch: 'Disgraceful' - Kiwi vet's horror after live roosters dumped in sealed plastic bagsRoosters lucky to avoid becoming a snack for her dogs, who love a bit of "KFC on the run".27 May 06:04 AM
TravelTraveller wakes up to possum poo in Airbnb bed, posts to TikTokThe unexpected visitor gave the traveller a nasty surprise.26 May 12:38 AM
New ZealandHow worsening marine heatwaves are disturbing NZ’s largest animalMarine heatwaves have been affecting the feeding and breeding of our resident blue whales.25 May 04:59 AM
New ZealandDecorated police dog handler dies on hunting trip with matesBruce Lamb, whose dog Gage once saved his life from a gunman, has died.24 May 04:11 AM
LifestyleDoritos and dog roll: Missing macaw's wild South Auckland adventurePablo's owners have been given fresh hope by a spate of recent sightings.24 May 12:23 AM
TravelOpinion: Miami Zoo's kiwi encounter was a mistake we must learn fromOPINION: Travellers should think about how to find an ethical animal experience.23 May 08:35 PM
RoyalsAssaults on police skyrocket, outrage at kiwi treatment in Miami & Prince Harry loses legal case | Focus Morning Bulletin: 24 May, 2023 Assaults on police skyrocket, Miami Zoo breaks its silence and Prince Harry’s latest plea for police protection in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald Watch23 May 05:42 PM
New ZealandHow happy are racehorses? Professor's three-year mental health studyThe racing, the travel, the expectation: Nat Waran's going into the minds of the fastest.22 May 12:39 AM
RoyalsKate shows she's the Queen BeeThe Princess of Wales keeps bees at Anmer Hall, on the Sandringham estate.21 May 02:41 AM
New ZealandAxe-wielding dog owner to SPCA: 'I will waste you'Judge recognised the dogs were 'like family' but sends owner to jail.16 May 07:15 PM
LifestyleWorld’s oldest dog, Bobi, celebrates 31st birthdayOwner reveals one of the biggest contributing factors to Bobi’s longevity.15 May 06:06 PM
New ZealandNoisy roosters and horse deposits: Years of animal complaints in Far North prompt new bylawAnimal complaints and problems in the Far North have gone unresolved after a bylaw lapsed.15 May 05:00 PM
WorldHerders kill one of Kenya's oldest lions, LoonkiitoThe lions were hunted and killed after goats were found killed by lions in the region.15 May 01:10 AM
KahuSPCA provides story books in te reo to Māori education providers across AotearoaSPCA is providing books in Te Reo to schools who teach te reo.15 May 12:30 AM
Crime'He thinks he has the upper hand': Lion park director guilty of indecent assaultsName suppression has been lifted for a man who has been on trial.12 May 07:00 AM
WorldWatch: Police rush to respond to cries for help ... from a goat"That’s a person," one of the officers said to the other.12 May 02:28 AM
Travel‘I could hear cracking!’ Elephant bites Bali tourist in horror attackThe resort previously named most 'Unique Hotel' was the site of an horrific incident.12 May 02:20 AM
New ZealandA refuge for all creatures great and small: 'Knowing she was safe got me through'Her life was at risk, but mum wouldn't leave home without her littlest love.12 May 12:08 AM
New ZealandFlight risk: Dotterels' new nesting spot on runway tarmac“If the aircraft had started, the eggs would have been sucked up.”11 May 03:24 AM
New ZealandWatch: Large pod of dolphins was spotted in Wellington's Oriental BayA pod of dolphins was spotted in Wellington's Oriental Bay Tuesday afternoon. Video / SuppliedWatch09 May 12:22 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDog slog: Couple reunited with pets after three-year, $65k import battleCouple ecstatic that the fight to reunite their family is finally over.06 May 05:00 PM
CrimeTenant told home was a ‘pigsty’ awarded $1000 in damages, but can’t keep pet catKristen Gaunt was awarded $1000 in damages for the 'unnecessary' comments.05 May 07:00 AM
New ZealandMeet the women behind Friends of Animal CharitiesIt all started with two women with a passion for animal welfare.01 May 03:59 AM
New Zealand$5k raised for Ōpōtiki animal rescue after 'frenzied' dog breaks in and kills three catsThe council has also put a 'humane' dog cage on the property.01 May 01:23 AM
LifestyleHomeward bound: Golden retriever walked 27 days to get back to former homeCooper the dog spent 27 days walking back to his previous owner after he was adopted.01 May 12:07 AM
New Zealand'Not a friendly environment anymore': Off-lead dogs turn Redwoods into 'warzone'The council's bylaws don't permit dogs to be off-lead in the Whakarewarewa Redwood forest.30 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandPenguin found on Wellington’s coastline in critical condition after surgeryIts wound appears to have been caused by a predator attack or discarded fishing line.28 Apr 05:47 AM
World'Pablo Escobaa': Lamb found in car with $20k worth of drugs and a scoop of chipsWe've all heard of drug mules, but lambs?28 Apr 02:42 AM
TravelPets need holidays too: Greece relaxes rules around who's allowed to visit archaeological tourist hotspotsVisitors' furry friends will be able to see the ancient sites too.28 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandBordeaux Collies: Elephant Hill to welcome dogs for a good causeAll proceeds will go to the Hawke's Bay Winegrowers Association Relief Fund.28 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandDog suffering 'doggy dementia' saved from death row after successful court appeal12-year-old Suki, suffering 'doggy dementia', grabbed and latched onto another's throat.24 Apr 06:09 AM
TravelBirth of seal leads officials to cordon off beach from tourists in HawaiiThere's an ongoing effort to protect the ecosystems and habitats of the animals.23 Apr 08:39 PM
