It's every man's worst nightmare.

Way below the water's surface north of the Hawaiian islands, a remotely operated vehicle (ROV) has spotted a massive creature hitherto unknown to science.

A man who caused "horrific pain" to a dog when he castrated it with a Stanley knife claimed he was unaware home castration was illegal.

Tauranga Senior Constable Kayne Cording and his colleagues in the police dog section are in mourning after his crime-fighting partner Yoda died - but his legacy will live on.

Yoda's legacy shows dogged determination.

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Some of the most basic questions in wildlife research were, for a long time, surprisingly hard to answer.

Passengers on a flight from Melbourne to Hobart got a big surprise when a turtle dropped out of an overhead compartment.

Three lucky hens have eggs-ited the cage and flown to freedom and a free-ranged life, thanks to a group of caring students.

SPCA staff are being abused and emotionally blackmailed when turning away those trying to offload unwanted pets.

Most Alaskans and Canadians have a bear story - tales of fearsome grizzlies, even polar bears. But a mix of the two?

Deciding on who to invite to your wedding can be an arduous task. But for one couple, the guest list was simple: One thousand cats.

If you've ever dreamed of taking your pet on holiday with you, it's entirely possible - but it's best to be well prepared for any pitfalls that might occur.

Dogs can be persuasive, especially when it comes to food. But don't let those "puppy dog eyes" fool you - some snacks can be fatal. Do you know which food your pup can't handle?

Incredible drone footage has emerged of over 70 huge tiger sharks tearing apart a dead humpback whale in the crystal clear waters of Shark Bay, on the Western Australia coastline. Source: Facebook / Eco Abrolhos

A major environmental group wants to see more money for conservation funding amid Thursday's Budget announcements.

Paula Bosher, of the Alaskan Malamute Club, said they often get inquiries from people wanting a dog because they'd seen them on a TV show or movie.

Police have lost another dog, with the death of Yoda, the 'wonder' dog.

Three lucky hens have eggs-ited the cage and flown to freedom to live a free-ranged life thanks to a group of plucky students.

When Richard East grew weary of his corporate lifestyle, he decided to trade it all in for a life on the road with a somewhat unusual travelling companion - a little black rescue cat.

Meet Kevin, a four-year-old Russian Blue cat whose distinctive features make him look permanently surprised.

Male nursery web spiders best not show up at a lady's house empty-handed. Because they could get eaten alive for it.

After two misguided tourists tried to rescue a baby bison at Yellowstone last week, the calf ended up euthanised by park officials.

When he couldn't find a date for the school ball, an American teen found a creative solution.

In a new Reddit thread, rangers reveal "the stupidest things they've ever seen a tourist do in a national park".

The Auckland SPCA has been inundated with kittens because of unseasonably warmer weather extending cats' typical breeding season.

It's a long way from the Bombay Hills and pet food to the jungles of Borneo and an endangered species - but animal lover and former vet nurse Samantha Boston is excited about her latest challenge.

How did the giraffe get its improbable neck? Genetic analysis finds some clues

Despite your best intentions, it's probably not a good idea to put a wild animal in the back of your car - even if you're concerned it might be cold.

Losing a pet can be incredibly stressful but it's important to stay calm and approach the situation methodically.