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Australia aims to cut its high rate of species extinctions to zero

New York Times: Years of extreme weather events have threatened unique species.

Why NZ's quirky kākāpō is just as special on the inside

Scientists discover kākāpō's gut microbiome is unlike that of any other bird on Earth.

Pampered pooches: Kiwi business serves up calamari pet treats

Steph Mearns explains demand in growing gourmet pet food market.

Finding Burrito: Desperate search for missing poodle pays off

An Auckland couple have found their beloved dog after an intense 10-day search.

The godwit's long, long nonstop journey to New Zealand

New York Times: Birds make the journey from Alaska without stopping to eat, drink or rest.

Seal that evaded capture in local pond surrenders at police station

Wayward seal that wandered into a Massachusetts pond has surrendered to police.

Missing dog Scamp found, frail, 'frightened', but alive

Scamp hadn't been seen for five days after being attacked at a dog park.

Hail the almighty Dora - Napier penguin of the moment

More than a quarter of all respondents voted for Dora.

All the Queen's corgis: Shock over who gets her dogs

Where will Her Majesty's lifelong companions go now that the Queen has passed?

Girl jet skis with a pod of dolphins

Pod of dolphins swim with girl on jet ski. Video / Zoe Teikamata

Unmanaged threat: Dog owners urged to take lead to protect wildlife

New DoC campaign aims to educate dog owners in how they can help protect native species.

Will your dog get dementia? A large new study offers clues

New York Times: Risk of "doggy dementia" greater in dogs who don't exercise.

Dogs cry 'happy tears' when their owners return home

A 'world-first' for animals, scientists are now investigating further emotional reactions.

Virgin Australia worker melts hearts with sweet act for dog owner

The sweet act brought a panicked dog owner to tears.

Lose your home or your pet? Strict rental rules push tenants out the door

It's a choice between keeping your furry friend or having a place to live for renters.

Julie Chapman: Pets caught in violent break-ups

OPINION: Pet Refuge founder outlines the challenges for pet owners in violent situations.

Trio of miniature dinosaurs travel from UK to Australia

The three tuatara arrived into Sydney and immediately entered quarantine.

A walrus named Freya showed up in Norway. Did she have to die?

New York Times: Critics say the decision to put down the walrus was unnecessary.