Wellington Zoo launches new behind the scenes sun bear experience
Wellington Zoo launches new behind the scenes sun bear experience.
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Queen welcomes two new corgis into the royal household
The Queen now has two new corgi pups to comfort her amid the royal crisis.
Seagull grab on TikTok annoys Doc
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WHO set to publish report into coronavirus origins
"I know that many member states are eager to see the report," WHO chief says.
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'Immeasurable pain': Rubber bands used on dog in DIY castration attempt
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Lady Gaga's dog walker speaks out after Hollywood shooting
Fischer, who was shot trying to save Gaga's dogs, has thanked the singer for her support.
Lady Gaga's dogs recovered safely
A woman brought the dogs to the LAPD's Olympic Community Police Station.
'My heart is sick': Lady Gaga responds about stolen dogs
"My heart is sick and I am praying my family will be whole again with an act of kindness."
Prime Minister unveils plan to save Māui dolphin
Today's special announcement is years in the making.
Lady Gaga offers staggering reward for return of dogs
The singer and actress is "distraught" and is offering a US$500,000 reward.
Dog born with six legs seen as a 'scientific miracle'
Skipper is a pretty special puppy who left scientists stunned.
Premium: Kelly Tarlton's new $1.1 million redevelopment
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Fury after trophy hunter kills, poses with giraffe heart for Valentine's gift
The 32-year-old mum has defended her trophy kill, saying it helps save threatened species.
Watch: Hammerhead sharks dazzle in surprise drone footage
A school of hammerheads gave a group of friends a magical Far North surprise.
Kākā baby boom: Native bird numbers increasing in the capital
Pet owners are asked to keep their dogs on a leash around Wellington's reserves.
Opinion: Are dogs the new status symbol of 2021?
'Is the dog the sign of a healthy bank account wrapped up in a fluffy, cheerful package?'
'Horrid and vile': Fury after food laced with poison found at Auckland cat colony
'Why would anyone be so horrid about trying to cause a really slow agonising death.'
Man's best friend? It was women who made dogs family pets
Men used working dogs but women made family pets of them, says study.
Disabled stray puppy heartbroken after new owners ghost him
He dressed up all excited to begin his new life. Then he was ghosted at the final moment.
Levin amputee reunited with one pup
Matty Hart says his father has been reunited with one of his two stolen Rottweiler pups.
Heartbroken: Amputee battered by thieves stealing his puppies
'In 25 years I've never seen my father cry,' says son of victim.
Meet Rexie: The animatronic model of a Tyrannosaurus rex
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'Besotted': Kate and William's adorable new addition
Two-months after a tragic loss, the couple have added an important member to their family.
Cats and dogs 'should receive Covid vaccine' to stop mutations
"It makes sense to develop vaccines for pets as a precaution," genetics professor says.
Covid kills mink, so they too may get a vaccine
New York Times: The animals have also passed back the virus to people in mutated form.
Watch: 'So majestic': Auckland man's stunning encounter with orca
"There were probably more than 20 in their pod. It was amazing."
Big seal of approval: Dunedin residents get unexpected backyard visitor
Mandy Wennekes had had horses wandering up her property before — but never a sea lion.
Cop's run-in with the law stealing an apple led to lifelong career in police
A pioneering dog handler has been recognised as a "stalwart" in his field.
Are days of live animal exports from Napier numbered?
The second livestock ship this year has been and gone as Govt review drags on.