Recent stories
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Sheep dogs to the rescue
Taupō is getting set to host one of the biggest sheep dog trial events ever seen in New Zealand with a record-breaking 300-plus entries.
DOC says ‘don’t bring the dog’
Tongariro Department of Conservation rangers in Ohakune have come up with a lighthearted way to educate their furry friends on the rules for Tongariro National Park.
The ‘waggiest’ show in town
Taupō’s dog community is quivering with excitement ahead of the first Dog Day Out on Sunday.
Great dogs, terrible pets
Steve and Taniya Coxhead love their huskies – it’s their passion and their livelihood – but they spend a lot of time explaining to people why they shouldn’t get one.
Danny needs a home
Hello to my new parents, thank-you for choosing me! My name is Danny, I'm the only boy! I am black with a little streak of white on the front of my chest and I’m at Taupō SPCA.
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