PremiumPremiumWellingtonInside Sir Peter Jackson's multimillion-dollar plans for Wellington suburbDocuments released to the Herald show the movie mogul plans more than just a vet hospital.09 Jan 10:00 PM
LifestyleThese clever dogs rival toddlers when it comes to learning wordsSome 'gifted' dogs can pick up toy names just by overhearing chats.08 Jan 11:00 PM
CrimeNeglectful German Shepherd breeder tries to overturn nine-year dog-ownership ban Janine Wallace was sentenced alongside her mother, Barbara Glover, after an SPCA probe. 07 Jan 05:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: Surfing French bulldogs wow beach crowds with fearless wave-riding skills31 Dec 05:17 PM
New ZealandHow much time we're spending with our pets, and how it's helping improve our lives28 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandChristmas miracle: Missing SPCA black cat Boris turns up 10 months after break-inAfter a vet check, Boris will be adopted by the woman whose house he chose.24 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Just like having a toddler': Council urges caution on puppy presents'People just don’t realise how much training, time, and money they have to dedicate'.22 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMore calls for help as pet refuge braces for Christmas family violence spikePet Refuge is already caring for 29 pets in the lead-up to Christmas. 21 Dec 09:26 PM
New ZealandWhat New Zealanders are planning to do with their pets these summer holidaysMany will travel with their pet while others are staying home because of their pet.21 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandGuide dogs attacked by roaming dogs leave blind handlers ‘stuck at home’Blind Low Vision NZ says some South Auckland areas are now off-limits for guide dogs.16 Dec 06:20 AM
New Zealand'Magic': Turning animal tricks into teen confidenceFormer Customs dog handler Bex Tasker now runs training on her 5.6ha farm.14 Dec 08:57 PM
New ZealandKea Kids News: A very cavy Christmas: guinea pigs compete for glory!Reporter Asia meets some of the cutest (and most competitive) cavy’s in the country! From festive outfits to grass-eating showdowns, see what it takes to be a winning guinea pig!Watch14 Dec 04:00 PM
World'Christmas miracle': Missing dog found five years later, 3700km awayChoco went missing in California and turned up in Michigan. Getting him home took help.14 Dec 01:15 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDiana ClementDiana Clement: What charities really need at ChristmasOPINION: Salvation Army's Andrew Wilson says need is rising as cash donations fall.13 Dec 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPosh doggy daycare Pets and Pats sold on brink of collapse, owing $358,000Liquidator of the company that once held Pets and Pats says he's investigating the sale.10 Dec 04:00 PM
AucklandPensioner faces $20k vet bill after new puppy breaks both front legsThe Italian greyhound breed is known for having fragile legs from age 0-18 months.10 Dec 05:00 AM
WorldThis musician taught an octopus to play the pianoThe 28-year-old built a 15-key underwater piano and a 'crab elevator'.09 Dec 09:39 PM
AucklandSecurity firm defends staff after claim a cat was dumped on roadsideGlobal Security says GPS data backs its claim a worker stopped to avoid hitting the cat.09 Dec 04:45 AM
WorldLifeguards save dog swept a kilometre out to sea by rip currentAn AirTag on Sadie’s collar let her owners race to the beach in time.07 Dec 08:56 PM
New ZealandRoaming dog reports rise 80% in district'Unrestrained animals in our communities are posing a threat to people daily.'07 Dec 08:12 PM
WorldPolice name woman killed by own dog, mother reveals earlier warningThe pitbull mastiff cross was euthanised and a report is going to the coroner.06 Dec 02:55 AM
New Zealand'This has been our toughest year': Pet Refuge overwhelmed as violence spikesFounder Julie Chapman says pets arriving now have more severe injuries.30 Nov 09:00 PM
New Zealand'It's all in the details': Cat campaigner urges humane control of feral animalsFeral cats will now join possums, rats and stoats on the Predator Free 2050 list.27 Nov 10:30 PM
New Zealand'Everyone loves it': TV comeback for sheep dog trials'The biggest crowd that watches any of our sports events watches the sheep dog trials.'26 Nov 10:26 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle'Phoebe is like my child': Inside the $25k life of a pampered poochAn Auckland lawyer has spent more than $25,000 in the past two years spoiling her dog.24 Nov 05:00 AM
WorldAustralian man charged after pet dog found dead in ute he claimed was stolenThe Brisbane man told family his ute and dog had been stolen.20 Nov 10:35 PM
New ZealandSix dogs impounded after attack injures two in PāpāmoaThe owner of the dogs says she blames herself for the incident.20 Nov 02:23 AM
WorldBritish scientists unveil tool to end extreme breedingFrench bulldogs, pugs and bulldogs may vanish in the UK within a decade under new plan.18 Nov 10:52 PM
