Seal spotted swimming in creek near popular Hastings dog park. Video / Supplied / Tim Anderson

No need for kennels this summer.

Police are aware of concerning social media posts and ask people to report any more.

The mother of a baby attacked by the family dog says she wish she could turn back time.

Finding a rescue dog is about to become a little easier.

Meet Wally, your new favourite pizza reviewer.

The Dame may be a lifesaver, but she "loathes" being a national treasure.

Marbled crayfish can reproduce asexually and all their children are genetically females.

Cows are big and warm and have a slower heartbeat, which can all bring a calming effect.

A lost goat was found at a private Carlyle St property, in Napier, on Wednesday afternoon.

Tourists witnessed a 'once in a lifetime' sighting between a bear and a pack of wolves.

"He was whimpering from the day we got him and I didn't know why."

The alpaca and sheep have joined Mayor Campbell Barry's family of farmyard pets.

"I honestly can't believe this is happening over a guinea pig. Where is the logic?"

Voters and their pooches have taken over Twitter today.

The black poodle and terrier disappeared from their Otago Peninsula home a year ago.

This winning photo was taken by one of a series of 'camera traps' and left for months.

Japan's annual dolphin slaughter season has started, sparking outrage around the world.

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Kyle Burgess unexpectedly encountered cougar cubs on a forest trail. Then mum showed up.

DoC is asking the public to report any such incidents so it can follow them up.

The duck suffered 'high levels of pain and distress' and eventually died.

The 4m juvenile minke whale was likely disoriented by the shallow waters, expert says.

Bhagavan 'Doc' Antle owns Myrtle Beach Safari in South Carolina and starred in Tiger King.

"You want to hand over to the next generation, the wildlife in a much better condition."

A couple who bought a cat were in for a shock when they realised the cat's real breed.

The Democrats have wasted no time cashing in on Mike Pence's sticky debate moment.