New Zealand'Kamikaze killing mode': More than 30 sheep killed by roaming dogsIt's in a dog's DNA to kill says a farmer left with 16 dead stock.29 Aug 06:00 AM
New ZealandRetired Hamilton guide dog and 'reading buddy' wins title of NZ's 'Top Dog with a Job'Greta’s calm presence and persona have been key in helping autistic children learn.29 Aug 04:00 AM
New ZealandRural equine vets under pressure'It can be anything from a tiny little scratch to the leg almost falling off.'29 Aug 01:00 AM
New ZealandRescue of caged puppy from floodwaters prompts pet safety reminderThe puppy was 'at real risk' of drowning.29 Aug 12:05 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleA dog's life: The new DNA technology that could significantly extend your pet's longevityWe can slow biological ageing in humans – can we do it for dogs?27 Aug 01:20 AM
EntertainmentLily Allen received death threats after rescue dog confession'I’ve received some really abhorrent messages, including death threats.'26 Aug 11:13 PM
New ZealandLocal pooch becomes latest addition to Te Whatu Ora's pet therapy teamBoots and his owner Phillipa Mentor are Health New Zealand's newest pet therapy team.26 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentLily Allen returned rescue puppy after it 'ruined her life'The singer adopted the puppy with her husband David Harbour during the Covid-19 pandemic.25 Aug 12:21 AM
New ZealandCould Northland's escapee Water Dragon still be out there somewhere?Two pet Water Dragons that escaped a Pataua South owner in 2022 were never recovered.24 Aug 05:00 PM
LifestyleWhat's new pussycat? Online game teaches good and bad outcomes for catsA game studio is using online games to promote the desexing and microchipping of cats.23 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandDog's life saved thanks to 12k social media followersThe paralysed pooch was diagnosed with help from his fans.22 Aug 11:21 PM
New ZealandWaikato hounds make nationwide Top Dog finalsThe 2024 competition raises money for NZ mental health and dog-related charities.21 Aug 05:45 PM
WorldYorkshire terrier survives shark attack because it ‘didn’t like the taste’The dog resurfaced with multiple bite wounds, a broken pelvis and severe bruising.17 Aug 04:46 AM
New Zealand'Why penalise the dog owners who do the right thing': Calls for more positive use of registration feesDog owners say the council should make better use of their registration fees.13 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandPet rule changes could help people escape family harmVictims of family harm could benefit from changes to the Residential Tenancies Bill.12 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentDid Robin Williams really own a pet monkey?A photo of Williams and a smiling monkey resurfaced on the 10th anniversary of his death.12 Aug 12:35 AM
New Zealand'He was completely gone': Lost dog found in a coma, now wants a homeKenny was unresponsive and suffering from 'acute toxicity' when brought to SPCA.08 Aug 08:01 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and finance'It would take out 20% of sales': what many Catalina Bay apartment buyers wantOne-bedroom units are $1.1m, the penthouse is $5m: New project, nearly done, move-in soon.05 Aug 07:46 PM
EntertainmentNicola Peltz Beckham sues dog groomer over pet's death"I can’t even find the words to describe my heartbreak on so many levels."01 Aug 02:45 AM
New ZealandNorthlanders take to latest housing trend - the catioA catio is a dedicated safe space for your cat.26 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandBearded dragon among dozens of fat animals dobbed in to SPCAThe organisation says pet obesity is a growing global problem.26 Jul 12:11 AM
New ZealandAuckland woman jailed after her dog 'drastically overfed' to deathNuggi was fed up to 10 pieces of chicken a day on top of dog biscuits.24 Jul 02:07 AM
New ZealandBarking up the wrong tree: Dog rescued after possum pursuit left it stranded on branchArborist and firefighter coax pooch off her 'precarious' perch 8m up.24 Jul 12:21 AM
New Zealand'Sadistic': Man killed neighbours' cats to protect garden, kept corpse in a cage in wardrobePet owner says he was 'extremely broken' after the death of his cat.19 Jul 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionSo much, so fast, all at once: Govt moves at breathtaking pace on housing marketMassive reforms are under way: what do people think, what's the reaction, what effect?16 Jul 11:57 PM
Letters to the EditorGisborne letters on reducing fossil fuel use, pet poisonings, land use ruleGisborne letters on reducing fossil fuel use, pet poisonings, land use rules.12 Jul 05:00 PM
Lifestyle'My cat hates it': Kiwi cat owners unhappy with new Whiskas productThe company claims new formula adds value, and a vet explains why cats react to new food.12 Jul 02:51 AM
New ZealandQuestions remain after Gisborne couple’s pets suffer horrific poisoning deaths'He started to vomit, fit and have a psychotic episode.'11 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Horrendous': Two family pets poisoned, die within hours of each other'He was howling, shrieking, and running from a demon he couldn’t see.'11 Jul 09:18 AM
New ZealandOnce-timid cat seeking cosy home for winterPimento is a shy sweetheart who will make a great house cat.08 Jul 09:10 PM
New ZealandExotic pet show slammed as a ‘Willy Wonka’ experience; complaints to SPCAOrganiser rejects claims of animal abuse and underwhelming stalls.08 Jul 08:28 PM
New ZealandWaikato vet launches special education kit for kidsAnexa Vets hopes to spark an interest in the career of a veterinarian from an early age.08 Jul 06:30 PM
LifestyleWhy does your cat meow at you?Cats almost never meow at each other. So what makes humans so special?08 Jul 03:53 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleWhy a pet’s death can hurt worse than losing a human loved oneA dog or cat's passing can stir up particularly complicated emotions. Here's how to cope.01 Jul 05:30 AM
