The heartbreaking story behind this photo of an 'old boy' left in the dirt.

Lanes were closed as police worked to safely retrieve the canine.

Finn the golden retriever will have a children's book made to commemorate his life.

"That's one happy mum," say police about mother duck's loud quacking following rescue.

Kiwis can now pre-order the collection of adorable NZ police dog photos online.

Kelly Tarlton's has shared how you can spend time with these cute chicks.

Man also alleged to "applied peanut butter, or another food spread" onto his crotch area.

After six days in dense bush, a beloved family pet has come home.

"There's a little bit of Timmy in all of us."

'If we hadn't have acted within the next 30 seconds, it might have been a different story'

Miley fell eight storeys and broke almost every bone in his body.

Video of Riley throwing toys over wall each morning to get people to play has gone viral.

Deerty Dancing: Rescued after her mother was shot, this deer is one staggering talent.

A good Samaritan made a shocking discovery on his way to work.

Emergency services were originally called by a friend who was performing CPR.

Researchers found that colour could also impact chances of developing serious illness.

'He was a lover of animals, and in particular cats, so it's understandable,' says SPCA.

NZ Rodeo Cowboys Association president Lyal Cocks confirmed the horse had died.

A pod of killer whales have been spotted in the waters of Wellington's Lyall Bay.

Here's where to spot our "clumsy, drunk, gluttonous and glamorous" Bird of the Year.

The dog is suspected to have ingested a 1080 pellet while walking in the Hunua Ranges.

Shocking photos show the injuries Logan suffered, including a 22cm gash to his head.

Baby seal's unexpected visit to Wellington locals. / Keri Simeon

Police said the dog was nearing exhaustion when they saw him.

Watch the heartwarming reunion of Jorge and his owner.

Boaties are asked to look out for Max, who often swims as far as 200m out to sea.

A note attached to the cat's neck read, "Keep your cat locked up or else".

Despite the fact "people keep getting her name wrong", the couple gushed over the new pup.

After investing thousands to build a new enclosure, this zoo cannot find any penguins.

Dog dies of unknown causes after park visit