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Dog beheaded on film
Graphic video footage showing the torture and beheading of a 1-year-old dog has been circulated among teenage school students.
Mayor takes another look at saving St James Theatre
Auckland Mayor Len Brown has ordered an urgent report assessing ways to save the iconic St James Theatre.
Deaf pet finds friends and fun in new home
A deaf dog no one wanted has found a loving home and an owner who wants to teach her how to get beer from the fridge.
Family guilty of muzzling dogs with insulation tape, mistreatment
A Northland family who muzzled dogs with insulation tape and left them in a dark and dirty shelter...
Easter bunnies not the easiest pets
If you're thinking about getting a pet rabbit for Easter - or at any other time - here are a few things to keep in mind.
SPCA, Crown in free lawyers row
The SPCA believes too much money is being spent on an animal cruelty case.
Christchurch earthquake: 10 acts of kindness
Katherine Irvine has found people from all walks of life doing what they can to contribute to the earthquake appeal.
Christchurch earthquake: Barney Rubble emerges from cathedral
A feathery find in the rubble of central Christchurch has become a small symbol of hope for an earthquake-ravaged city.
Christchurch earthquake: Pets find shelter as owners leave town
The Canterbury SPCA has taken in more than 150 pets from people displaced by the earthquake and has promised to care for them until they can be taken back.
Christchurch earthquake: Plea for micro-chipping as animals head for hills
Christchurch's devastating earthquake has highlighted the benefits of micro-chipping your pets, says the SPCA.
Christchurch earthquake: How you can help
There are many ways that you can help in the wake of yesterday's devastating Christchurch earthquake.
Owner horrified at castration of prized pedigree
The mysterious and totally unauthorised neutering of pedigree cat Buddy has infuriated his Tauranga owner, who can no longer lease him out as a stud cat.