Abandoned puppy chasing fur-ever home after losing brother
Chase was found underweight and infested with worms, but has made a full recovery.
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Dog owners are hot under the collar about proposed changes to off leash areas at beach.
Kennel cough in Northland: Rise in cases causing concern
Northland vets urge dog owners to be vigilant as kennel cough cases rise around the region
Woman finds the dog she took to be euthanised up for adoption a year later
'I have a lot of questions, but first and foremost, I want him back.'
Kabosu, the 'doge' behind dogecoin, dies at 18
Millions of fans, including Elon Musk, have been moved by the news of Kabosu's death.
Iran helicopter crash, inquest resumes and Kiwis stranded | Focus Morning Bulletin May 20 2024
Inquest on Christchurch terror attack resumes, leader of search team remains hopeful and NZ Air Force ready to evacuate New Zealanders in New Caledonia. Video / AP / NZHerald
Drive to get horses microchipped in the wake of Cyclone Gabrielle
Disappearance and death of horses during the storm highlighted the need for microchips.
Help needed for Poppy the puppy to bloom
Poppy the puppy had a tough start, but is ready to find a loving new home.
Here’s what you need to know if you want to travel to the US with your dog
Take note of these new rules if you and your pooch are heading to the US.
'Distressing' reports of dogs discarded from moving vehicles
SPCA says without enough information it's hard to bring people to account.
Ilona Hanne: Good vets are worth celebrating
OPINION: Vets do a lot more than just treat cats and dogs.
In the doghouse! Fence-jumping feline survives canine caper
The pet's family say 'bula' to Bula after his doghouse adventure.
New Zealand vets joining movement to choose better dog breeds
Kiwi vets are asking dog owners to think about which breeds have healthier lives.
Sweet cat Biscuit kneads a new home
Sweet by name and by nature, little Biscuit the cat is looking for a new home.
'Absolutely traumatising': Vet shares warning about dog collars
'It's one of those things you never ever think is going to happen to you, until it does.'
NZ's $1.8b pet boom: why dogs are now as spoiled as kids
With dogs now viewed as treasured family member, owners spoil them more than their kids.
'We need a roof over our heads': Distraught renter has to put down family dog
Animal rescue reports big rise in pet surrender applications and dumping at shelters.
Pampered pooches
Pets in the City CEO Layamon Bakewell wants to expand the franchise throughout Auckland and then New Zealand. Video/ Sylvie Whinray
11 puppies found dumped on roadside in Waikato
The puppies add to almost 300 animals already in SPCA care in Hamilton.
Rubbish bin may make return after walkers dump dog poo in Auckland suburb
Hundreds of rubbish bins across city have been removed as a cost-cutting measure.
Dog poo dumped in exclusive Auckland suburb at site of removed council bin
Hundreds of rubbish bins are being removed as a cost-cutting measure.
Take playtimes to the Max
Max has finished his growth spurt, so the 11-month-old's new owner will have no surprises.
'Beautiful community' supports puppy rescue mission
Kylee Lawrence said there's a village raising the five puppies.
Callouts for dog attacks on other animals going up
Roaming dogs responsible for more than a thousand attacks on other animals each year.
Wellington: Struggling pet owners leads to soaring demand for dog foodbank
For pet owners, the cost of living crisis continues to bite.
'We need to take risks': Should we change species to save them?
New York Times: When traditional conservation fails, science is using “assisted evolution”
Two horses shot dead by police north of Taupō
'The horses began to travel at speed towards the highway.'
Editorial: More questions than answers regarding the Government’s new pet bond
EDITORIAL: New policy might help some, but doesn't address issues faced by most renters.
'First NZ case': Official's warning after dog dies from parasite infection
Family pet euthanised but officials say no cause for widespread alarm.
'Lots of crying': Family reunited with cat missing after cyclone one year on
Phoebe lived in a colony of stray cats for a year after she bolted during the cyclone.
Does your dog understand what you say? A new study says yes
Dogs can also learn to associate words with specific objects, a new study shows.
Nicky Rennie: The etiquette of dog-walking
OPINION: There's one place that really isn’t a secret if you are a seasoned dog-walker.