They were trusted to look after her puppy. But on her return she made a shocking discovery

The breeder is now facing 90 years in prison for carrying the animals in poor conditions.

Horrific video of a kitten being stoned in New Zealand has emerged online.

A diver is counting his blessings after a near-collision with a massive shark.

According to a survey by the Real Petfood Company...

The lack of sea ice is continuously making it more and more difficult for polar bears to find food.

Kiara the lioness pounced on the man and lavished him with cuddles as the pair reunited.

This is the shocking moment a cannibal crocodile was caught on camera making a meal out of its own kind in a notorious Australia river. / Caters TV

Operation Nest Egg has been a resounding success.

Disturbing footage emerges of teen throwing kitten onto the road, causing serious injuries

They call it the silly season for a reason – but that doesn't mean you should be so silly

A local man who had helped hand-rear the ducklings called the incident "savage".

Tips for visiting Malaysian Borneo.

The sub-Antarctic penguin breeding season has waddled off to an egg-cellent start at Sea Life Kelly Tarlton’s Auckland, with the birth of fourteen adorable Gentoo chicks. / Supplied by Kelly Tarltons

Senior vet at Wellington Zoo’s 'The Nest Te Kohanga' Baukje Lenting talks about how to know when a young bird needs care.

The dapper duck was enjoying his usual ale when the dog decided enough was enough.

Cats come in all shapes and sizes - but some are unique.

From toys to new furniture, Christmas presents for pets are growing - and so is owner...

SPCA says dog would have suffered major pain before she died.

From Greece to New Zealand, Torty the Tortoise has had more than a century of adventures.

Giant stick insects are just one of the latest additions to Otago Museum's $2.5million revamp. Credit: Otago Daily Times

A heartbreaking scene in Blue Planet is prompting viewers to ditch plastic bags.

Deciding to adopt a pet doesn't have to be a choice between a cat or dog?

Donors don't support species in greater need for conservation - but those rated "cuter".

More than half of horse riders marching said they'd had a near-miss - or even been hit.

A pet dog can make your life not only happier, but longer. Here's the science behind it.

Dog spent month wandering around terminal hoping to be reunited with her owner.

Wellington's first cat cafe comes with a twist; you can take the cats home with you.

JR has completely changed the life of Gay Henderson after her diagnosis.

Two injuredFiordland Crested Penguins are having treatment at Wellington Zoo’s veterinary hospital The Nest Te Kōhanga. They were rescued and sent up from the West Coast of the South Island. / Supplied by Wellington Zoo