Rhino poachers die in high-speed flee
Rhino poachers in Zimbabwe were killed in a collision with a goat.
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Horror crash: Hurt driver's dog kept her warm for 3 days
Kerry Jordan's dog kept her warm and barked to attract the attention of her rescuers.
Starving lost polar bear stranded in Russian city
The polar bear will either be moved back to its natural habitat or moved to a Russian zoo.
US baby bear killed after becoming accustomed to humans
A baby bear was killed by wildlife officials after the animal became too used to humans.
The eyes have it: How dogs tug at our hearts
Scientists think they know why canny canines can make us go 'Awwwww'.
Pet care start-up's big plans to clear up the industry
Little Green Dog wants to make the pet care market more eco-friendly.
Pet Refuge: What will the $300,000 raised be spent on?
Donations for the refuge skyrocketed past the $250k target...here's where it is all going.
Man who beat cat to death sentenced to community work
The defendant had tried to hand feed the cat in his room before killing it.
Hawkesby: Animals on public transport - next allow them in cafes and shops
COMMENT: Animals unite people and create an atmosphere of camaraderie.
Furry friends to be allowed on Auckland trains
Pets will be allowed on Auckland trains from next week.
Two Northland children savaged by dogs in 20 minutes
Otiria Rd, Moerewa, attacks leave child in hospital with bites to legs, arms and body.
Outrage over US woman selling kangaroos on eBay
Furious animal rights groups have blasted the sale.
A woman saved a goat in Auckland traffic. Her bike got stolen as she did it.
She saved a frightened goat from being roadkill. As a thank you, her bike was stolen.
Concerns about noise and safety at new Pet Refuge
$300k has been raised for a Pet Refuge in Auckland - but the neighbours aren't happy.
Roaming dog bites teen, mauls pet in Napier
Teen injured and small dog mauled in alleged attacks by a large dog in suburban Napier.
The gifts our dying dog gave to my sons
My sons learned patience, acceptance, love and grief. I've never been sadder or prouder.
Terrifying ordeal: Couple open up about dingo attack on toddler
Toddler suffered multiple puncture wounds to the neck and skull in the attack.
Queen's Birthday Honours: Laurence Gordon, MNZM
He has no degree, is often critical of DoC, and has learnt on the job ... now he's a MNZM.
Reggie the rescue dog saves fellow pup in dramatic cave fall
Emergency crew and famous "flying" rescue dog help Mark Vette find trapped pup.
What happens when a dog finally catches its tail?
In a viral tweet, a Twitter user shared a video of his dog Max finally peaking at life.
Focus: Dr Jane Goodall's message for Kiwi kids
World-renowned primatologist Dr Jane Goodall speaks to NZ Herald about conservation, what gives her hope and a message for young climate change protestors. Video / Chris Tarpey
Cow 'lashed out', put man in hospital
"It hit him right in the middle of the chest, on the sternum really ... full blast."
Pet owners urged to throw away $5 Kmart dog toy
Pet owners have been warned that a $5 toy sold at Kmart NZ could harm their dogs.
Woman's dog helped detect her cancer three times
Sierra's incredible powers have saved her owner's life three times.
Fitbit for dogs a step closer to understanding your pet
A new fitness tracker for dogs is the latest pet technology to help you help your pet.
Pet Refuge: Donations surge over $100,000
Donations continue to come in for Pet Refuge, a shelter for domestic abuse animals.
No crossing signal for famous Wellington cat
Mittens' fans want something put in place to immortalise him.
Perfectly healthy dog put down to be buried with dead owner
Outrage after a dead woman ordered her healthy dog to be euthanised and buried with her.
Pet Refuge: A childhood of fear - domestic violence survivor recalls animal abuse
A man who survived a violent childhood where his pets were beaten and killed, speaks.
Pet Refuge: More than $87k raised to fit out shelter for animals affected by family violence
NZ's first shelter dedicated to housing pets affected by family violence is being built.
Foals rush in: Complaint over dogs 'attacking' miniature pony not all it seemed
Passerby thought he was witnessing an 'attack' — but it was just horseplay.
Watch: 'Sunbathing' whale heads in towards Hawke's Bay beach to catch some rays
"It was so close, you could have given it a high five."