New Zealand‘Completely thrilled’: Shelter dogs adopted by loving familiesBetty was adopted by a couple who saw her photo in the Northern Advocate.25 Mar 04:00 PM
LifestyleYour washing machine can clean a lot more than clothesHere’s how to put this secret weapon to better use. 24 Mar 09:13 PM
RacingWinston Peters digs in for battle on greyhound ban'There is a lot of unhappy in it,' Peters said, but he won't be backing down.24 Mar 05:00 PM
Travel news‘Cruel and unnecessary’: Woman charged with drowning pet dog in airport bathroomCCTV showed the woman entering the bathroom with the dog, leaving without it soon after.23 Mar 12:10 AM
Lifestyle‘$175k’: The extraordinary cost of raising a guide dog in NZ revealedWatch: Meet New Zealand's 11-week-old guide dog puppy recruits and see them in training.21 Mar 02:00 AM
WorldWatch: Pit bull leaps from car window and attacks motorcyclistIt wasn't the first time the dog attacked a motorcyclist.19 Mar 09:49 PM
TravelDog joining your beach walk? What you need to knowHow to protect wildlife from your dog (and keep them safe too).12 Mar 11:55 PM
WorldFangs for the memories: Partner walks out, leaving 70 snakes behindVolunteers discovered dehydrated snakes, with 20 dead in bags in a freezer.12 Mar 10:47 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle32 ways to live happier at homeWe’ve rounded up some of our best advice on how to make your home more comfortable.10 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Violent and secretive’: Dog-fighting rings going undetected as fear rulesPeople fear their pet dogs are being taken and used for the blood sport.06 Mar 05:00 PM
CrimeRights ‘breached’: Animal abuser says conviction goes against her Māori worldviewLai Toy argued her rights under the Treaty were breached by the disqualification.05 Mar 07:00 AM
New ZealandGreyhound adoption dispute over ‘gag clause’ sparks legal questionsA new owner criticised the racing industry on Facebook, leading to a legal dispute.04 Mar 08:45 PM
New ZealandIs this Frankenstein cat the future of pets?Reporter Sophia interviews comedian Robin Wealleans, whose dearly departed kitty Lentil lives on in the form of an AI-powered robot.Watch04 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandKāinga Ora tenant evicted after terrorising community, shooting four catsThe man harassed children, neighbours, tradesmen and blocked roads with his wheelchair.04 Mar 07:00 AM
New ZealandDog control review: Roaming dogs found to be serious public safety issueThe report found the council performed well but should undertake more prosecutions.03 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Broke down with happiness': A 30m cliff fall, a dog left behind, and a heart-warming rescueHis German Shepherd Bee was 'all he was worried about as soon as he got in the chopper'.03 Mar 02:23 AM
New Zealand'Iconic' 15-year-old pig came with a couple's new home: 'She was on the chattels list''Bella isn't just a pet, she’s an icon.'24 Feb 10:35 PM
New ZealandWho let the dogs out? Animals let loose from SPCA crates in night raidA man broke into the Nelson SPCA twice and let dogs and cats out of their enclosures.17 Feb 07:28 PM
LifestylePlanned puppy yoga sessions draw flak onlinePractitioners and animal lovers raised concerns about the young dogs' well-being.17 Feb 04:00 AM
New ZealandReports of dogs being walked on pest-free island sparks DoC outrageTwo members of the public alerted DoC to the incident that ocurred on February 8.13 Feb 03:30 AM
New ZealandBarking mad? Nope, it’s just Bark in the ParkA popular event for animal lovers is back on in Tauranga.11 Feb 09:03 PM
New ZealandEnd of a '60-hour weekend' for vets: New clinic set to transform after-hours care, prevent burnoutSome vets had worked 60-hour weekends, from Friday evening to Monday morning.03 Feb 01:58 AM
World'Just amazing': Bus driver hailed a hero after house fire rescueA school bus driver launched a daring doggy rescue on a sub-zero morning.02 Feb 08:23 PM
WorldFears dogs could be swept away by UK stormWinds of up to 90mph forecast as first storm of year makes landfall. 22 Jan 11:22 PM
New ZealandCentral Hawke’s Bay pet owners fear long journey for care as after-hours vet hub opens in HastingsDedicated Hastings vet clinic 'crucial for sustainability of the veterinary profession'.22 Jan 05:00 PM
WorldAussie baby taken from mum’s arms, killed by dogA 5-week-old baby was mauled to death by the family’s dog.17 Jan 05:28 AM
WorldHeartwarming reunion: Man finds dog alive after Los Angeles wildfireWildfire forces LA residents to part with pets; shelters fill with animals.13 Jan 06:51 PM
New ZealandNo-dog zone to be enforced at Raglan Domain Dogs are prohibited from the domain, whether on-lead or off-lead.10 Jan 03:37 AM
New Zealand‘Made me cry’: $13k donated to help beloved bulldog recoverGenerous readers donate $13,000 after missing bulldog Baby is found in Northland.08 Jan 04:00 PM
Royals‘Too many tears to count’: Meghan Markle reveals 'devastating' lossThe Duchess shared some heartbreaking news, days before her new Netflix series premieres.07 Jan 11:51 PM
LifestyleDogs are really talking to their owners – and yours can talk to you tooThis newfound talent can give a new lease of life to communication with your pet.06 Jan 12:42 AM
WorldTexas teen accused of poisoning show goat of classmate she believed cheated17yo Aubrey Vanlandingham was arrested and charged with cruelty to livestock animals.01 Jan 03:24 AM
New ZealandLife of an Animal Control officer: 'I have never seen a person on the streets with a skinny dog''Section sizes have shrunk but all dogs need exercise, no matter what breed they are.'22 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandKea Kids News: Who let the dogs out? Meet the fearless team putting them back inDog attack stats are off the chain and this new animal control team is doing something about it! Reporter Samridh talks to the dog catchers making your walk to school less scary.Watch22 Dec 04:00 PM
