Pet rule changes could help people escape family harm
Victims of family harm could benefit from changes to the Residential Tenancies Bill.
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Banksy unleashes animals on London, but what do they mean?
Many were left pondering the meaning behind the elusive street artist’s latest work.
Did Robin Williams really own a pet monkey?
A photo of Williams and a smiling monkey resurfaced on the 10th anniversary of his death.
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Wendy Powell with Traeger, her prized “blue” boy from Belgium, was recently judged the Supreme Winner at the New Zealand Cat Fancy National cat show. Video / Mark Mitchell
'He was completely gone': Lost dog found in a coma, now wants a home
Kenny was unresponsive and suffering from 'acute toxicity' when brought to SPCA.
Furry romance: Cotton-top tamarins have instant connection
'They’re definitely getting along well.'
New York-bound flight diverts to Phoenix after something found 'crawling' in passenger's hair
It brings a whole new meaning to 'itching to get off'.
Two public reserves and kiwi sanctuary reopen in Hawke's Bay
The popular reserves have reopened with stunning walks and even a kiwi creche.
Proposed Tararua District Council bylaw gives power to deal with complaints
Council bylaws are causing a stir with the A&P Show Association in Dannevirke.
Nicola Peltz Beckham sues dog groomer over pet's death
"I can’t even find the words to describe my heartbreak on so many levels."
Every cat has its day: Saving the Sumatran tiger
Auckland Zoo is at the centre of conservation efforts for the critically endangered animals. Video / Jason Oxenham
Wine and zine your way around Auckland this weekend
This weekend's offerings include theatre and festivals, wine, food and zines.
Northlanders take to latest housing trend - the catio
A catio is a dedicated safe space for your cat.
Bearded dragon among dozens of fat animals dobbed in to SPCA
The organisation says pet obesity is a growing global problem.
Hamilton Zoo farewells its only African wild dog
Romeo moved to the zoo with his brother Kudu in 2018.
Business park developers must create new sanctuaries for bats
Some bats will have to be moved to new sanctuaries when the business park is built.
Auckland woman jailed after her dog 'drastically overfed' to death
Nuggi was fed up to 10 pieces of chicken a day on top of dog biscuits.
Barking up the wrong tree: Dog rescued after possum pursuit left it stranded on branch
Arborist and firefighter coax pooch off her 'precarious' perch 8m up.
A rat eating shortjaw kōkopu eggs in Waipoua Forest
Footage captures a rat eating shortjaw kōkopu eggs in Waipoua Forest, Northland. Video / Fern Donovan
‘Extremely rare’ moa footprints discovered in Auckland
The find was just the 14th in the past 150 years.
'Sadistic': Man killed neighbours' cats to protect garden, kept corpse in a cage in wardrobe
Pet owner says he was 'extremely broken' after the death of his cat.
Is Steve Irwin's Australia Zoo still worth a visit?
Jenni Mortimer takes a trip to the Sunshine Coast to find out.
So much, so fast, all at once: Govt moves at breathtaking pace on housing market
Massive reforms are under way: what do people think, what's the reaction, what effect?
Warm up your weekend by tagging along to these midwinter events
Congratulations to anyone not hit by cold and flu season — make the most of it.
'My cat hates it': Kiwi cat owners unhappy with new Whiskas product
The company claims new formula adds value, and a vet explains why cats react to new food.
'Horrendous': Two family pets poisoned, die within hours of each other
'He was howling, shrieking, and running from a demon he couldn’t see.'
Once-timid cat seeking cosy home for winter
Pimento is a shy sweetheart who will make a great house cat.
Exotic pet show slammed as a ‘Willy Wonka’ experience; complaints to SPCA
Organiser rejects claims of animal abuse and underwhelming stalls.
Waikato vet launches special education kit for kids
Anexa Vets hopes to spark an interest in the career of a veterinarian from an early age.
Why does your cat meow at you?
Cats almost never meow at each other. So what makes humans so special?
Why a pet’s death can hurt worse than losing a human loved one
A dog or cat's passing can stir up particularly complicated emotions. Here's how to cope.
David Beckham’s daughter-in-law to sue dog groomer over pet's death
Nicola Peltz’s nine-year-old pet chihuahua suffered a medical emergency and died suddenly.
Midhirst local inspiring positive change
The 19-year-old World Vision youth ambassador taught 40 tricks to a group of dogs.