For and against: Fish & Game defends duck hunting as season opens, while SAFE says it's cruel and leaves ducks to a slow death

'Horrified': Litter of puppies abandoned near Whangārei marina

Two puppies were rushed to a desexing clinic after being found by workers yesterday, but it's feared their littermates did not survive.

Advocates urge stricter rules for Wairarapa cat bylaw

Forest and Bird's advocating for proactive regulation, including desexing and identification of owned cats.

Pair sentenced over severe neglect of two dogs in Auckland

One of the dogs was found severely emaciated and barely able to lift his head.

Dog attacks on Auckland children happening almost every day

According to a report, dogs attacked 228 children under 15 last year, alongside nearly 17,000 roaming dog complaints.