New council-SPCA dog vouchers announced, local lobby group question impact
SPCA’s general manager of animal services, Dr Corey Regnerus-Kell, said the initiative is a much-needed community-focused solution. “This…
Northland woman pushes Government to act on roaming dog crisis petition
“Without a doubt, every person has had a gutsful … no one is feeling safe out in their…
Auckland landlord compensated for ‘pungent’ smell of dog urine in North Shore house
The tribunal did award the landlords $198.50 for replacement of the kitchen waste disposal unit, which was found…
Neglectful dog breeder Janine Wallace fails in latest bid to overturn ban, convictions
Wallace’s mother, Barbara Glover, had been breeding the dogs for several years when Wallace became involved in the…
AI traps and drones boost fight to protect kiwi from predators in Whangārei
Between 2008 and early 2025, 17 kiwi were found dead or seriously injured in traps laid by the…
Dog missing after yacht capsizes in Northland
Coastguard National Operations Centre confirmed it received reports from members of the public about the capsized yacht. A…
Dog attack victim says Kaipara mauling followed years of complaints
Her sentencing came after a string of high-profile attacks throughout New Zealand in 2025. The attacks were amid…
Police dog Teo – burned in Rotorua geothermal water – on road to recovery
Such is the connection. Search and Rescue dog Teo and her handler, Senior Constable Adam. Photo / NZ…
Alberta animal welfare agency says dog that tested positive for avian flu dead
An Alberta animal welfare agency says a dog that tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza has died.…
Tauranga man Hawaiki Dean Little sentenced for assault on daughter; ‘callous’ attack on dog
The dog was seen whimpering, yelping and scurrying backwards as she was being hit to the body and…
Kennel cough symptoms and treatment: What dog owners need to know this summer
Witney said kennel cough outbreaks often came in waves, going through doggy daycares or kennels. It was a…
Tauranga woman traumatised after repeat dog attacks while cycling trails
“I’m really comfortable with dogs. I know how to read their behaviour and I know what to do…