Wallaby numbers 'dangerously high'
"They are like giant rabbits that eat their way through native bush."
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Warning after Salmonella outbreaks: Please don't kiss your chickens
More than 1000 people have been infected with the bacteria across 49 states.
Cat burglar: The tabby who steals tea bags, shoes and more
Angel reportedly carries out her life of crime at night.
The surprising benefits of sleeping next to your dog
Even if your dog moves a lot, sleeping next to him has surprising health benefits.
Excruciating punishment for suspected rapist
WARNING: Graphic. The man received the barbaric punishment for an alleged assault.
Over 100 rabbits die during violent rescue mission
Activist raided farm to save rabbits and said she was then attacked by angry farmers.
Kiwi as bro! Auckland goat goes viral after visiting Bunnings, cafes, beach
Steve the goat from Whenuapai has gone viral thanks to his legendary antics.
People have now stopped vaccinating their pets
A worrying number of pet owners say they do not think vaccines are necessary.
'It's going to be a tough weekend': Bushfires tear through Qld, NSW
Heartbreaking photo of a koala with joey on a tree has prompted countless offers for help.
The kitchen product that could poison your pet
If ingested, cats can suffer hypersalivation, ulcers and hyperthermia.
Woman takes in almost 100 stray dogs as Hurricane Dorian hits
Chella Phillips went the extra mile to help stray dogs during devastating storm.
South Australian woman killed by pet rooster
A woman's death prompted a study into the hidden dangers of seemingly innocuous injuries.
Man who stapled dog's wound himself prosecuted
Graphic warning: The dogs received life-threatening injuries but were not taken to vet.
Hungry eyes: Why that cheetah at the zoo doesn't actually want to eat you
Animal encounters at the zoo aren't just a positive experience for the humans.
Privacy breach: Personal details sent to 350 homes
Dog owners' personal details were sent to the wrong houses in the Waikato.
Garry's back: Cat home five years after going missing
Lisa Pederson had given up hope of ever seeing her beloved cat again.
Woman's 'catch of a lifetime' goes viral
A U.S woman has reeled in a fish that appears to have two mouths.
Rescue dog to star in Lady and the Tramp remake
2-year-old Monte and co-star Rosie will recreate the classic spaghetti eating scene.
The huge killer whales were spotted off Hooks Bay, Waiheke
The huge killer whales were spotted off Hooks Bay, Waiheke. Video / Mark Fuller
The cat activists sneaking out in the middle of the night
"I'm a cat lover through and through and these cats don't deserve this sort of life."
Activists spend big to halt cats being euthanised by council
Fears over Auckland's pest management have activists spending up to $100k on desexing.
Cat-astrophe: Feline loving couple with 20 moggies booted from rental
The tenant's felines caused thousands of dollars damage to carpets and curtains.
New study debunks 'crazy cat lady' theory
The old stereotype has fuelled many jokes, but now single women will be very glad.
Fiercest of the fierce: What happens to failed Police dogs?
Up to 45 per cent of police puppies don't make the cut to join the ranks.
Sick girl's cat taken away with rubbish returns 18 months later
Nine-year-old Ashlynn cried every night when Chesh went missing while she was in hospital.
Outrage as 'evil' girl shoves pet dog into clothes dryer and turns it on
"This is beyond horrific ... how sick is this monster?"
Horse rider airlifted to Christchurch Hospital after fall
A person has been seriously injured after falling off a horse in Canterbury.
Owner charged after dogs allegedly kill sheep, attack alpaca
A Dannevirke wants dog owners to control their pets after 14 sheep were killed.
How a dog can earn $125k
This pooch is so famous that her owner says they can't walk down the street.
Naughtiest penguin move of all: Mr Mac steals blind girlfriend's fish
Once he was a doting boyfriend. His betrayal has caused outrage.
Too much, Kai! Overweight dog saved from death
Kai was minutes from death. That's until his new owner helped him lose more than 45kg.
Protest sheep says proposed marina would be baaaaad
A 186-berth marina has been approved for Kennedy Point, Waiheke Island.
Scientific trick to stop seagulls stealing your food
Experiments by academics have found gulls are surprisingly easy to intimidate.
Dog 'a wreck' after being abandoned by owners expecting new baby
Woman who was visiting the shelter noticed Rocco was hunched over and looking scared.