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SPCA Prosecutes Man For Brutal Treatment Of Dog
Wednesday, 26 March 2025, 5:06 pm | SPCA
The offender was charged with ill-treatment of an animal under the Animal Welfare Act 1999. The charge was for multiple instances of physical abuse towards his black crossbreed dog, Bubby, during the incident. More >>
For One Day Only, Donations To SPCA Will Be Doubled
Thursday, 6 March 2025, 4:28 pm | SPCA
For one day only, donations made to SPCA will be matched dollar for dollar by generous supporters, including Petdirect and other individual donors, up to a total of $100,000. With a fundraising goal of $200,000. More >>
Dog Suffers Severe Neglect By Owners
Thursday, 6 March 2025, 2:20 pm | SPCA
The offenders admitted they had been aware of Bubba Girl’s condition for over a month but had not sought veterinary care, instead attempting to treat her with eczema cream and saltwater. More >>
SPCA Prosecutes Owner For Severe Neglect Of Her Dog
Thursday, 20 February 2025, 2:41 pm | SPCA
The offender was today sentenced in the Te Kuiti District Court after pleading guilty to failing to ensure her dog’s physical, health, and behavioural needs were met, by failing to provide proper and sufficient food, and failing to provide necessary ... More >>
Man Sentenced To 14 Months Home Detention For Beating Puppies
Monday, 17 February 2025, 5:40 pm | SPCA
It follows an investigation by SPCA Inspectors relating to an incident at a property where two approximately four-month-old puppies were beaten till they were lame. More >>
Parvo Outbreak Linked To Animal Welfare Concerns
Wednesday, 22 January 2025, 9:35 am | SPCA
“There is a worrying increase in parvo cases. In Auckland alone, we’re receiving an overwhelming number of calls from pet owners needing help,” says Nathan Wong. More >>
Find Your Purrfect Companion At SPCA’s Caturdays
Monday, 20 January 2025, 1:32 pm | SPCA
For the next eight Saturdays, potential adopters can drop by their local SPCA Centre, no appointment needed, to meet the adorable cats and kittens waiting for a home. More >>
Survey Shows Government Lacks Mandate To Repeal Live Export Ban
Thursday, 19 December 2024, 8:06 pm | SPCA
“Sending live animals on boats into volatile conditions to destinations with poor animal welfare standards is not progressive, lucrative, or likely to stimulate the economy,” says SPCA Chief Scientific Officer, Dr Arnja Dale. More >>
SPCA Applauds New Initiative Amidst Country’s Cat Crisis
Thursday, 19 December 2024, 5:28 pm | SPCA
The Bill, launched on Monday at SPCA Centre in Wellington by National MP Barbara Kuriger and Green MP Celia Wade-Brown, is said to have cross-party support and aims to make microchipping companion cats mandatory. More >>
SPCA Prosecutes Siblings For Devastating Neglect Of Pet Dog
Friday, 13 December 2024, 9:14 pm | SPCA
The pair were also ordered to pay reparations of $300 each to SPCA. More >>
SPCA Celebrates Ban On Greyhound Racing In New Zealand
Tuesday, 10 December 2024, 2:56 pm | SPCA
SPCA’s Chief Scientific Officer Dr Arnja Dale says the decision marks a hard-fought victory. More >>
Dogs Die In Hot Cars - If You Love Them Don’t Leave Them
Monday, 9 December 2024, 10:18 am | SPCA
SPCA has created *downloadable resources stressing the dangers of leaving dogs in hot cars. It's hoped that animal lovers, Councils, and business owners will feel encouraged to display these resources to help share the message of the tragic and ... More >>
New Survey Shows Sustained Calls For ‘No More Chances!’ For Commercial Greyhound Racing
Wednesday, 4 December 2024, 2:40 pm | SPCA
Despite years of damning reports, ignored warnings, dog injuries and deaths, repeated “last chances”, overdue government decisions whilst the industry has been ‘on notice’ and negative public sentiment, the commercial greyhound racing industry ... More >>
Circle This Date For Good - Giving Tuesday 3 December 2024
Thursday, 21 November 2024, 10:22 am | SPCA
Giving Tuesday is a global initiative which promotes the positive impacts of fundraising and encourages people to celebrate giving. More >>
Concert For Animals - A Hit With Pets And Humans Too
Wednesday, 6 November 2024, 8:02 pm | SPCA
SPCA Scientific Officer Dr Alison Vaughan says SPCA will continue to work to mitigate the distress caused to companion animals and their owners but believes a ban on the private sale and use of fireworks is needed. More >>
Planning A Staycation? Foster Families For Festive Season Needed
Monday, 4 November 2024, 10:04 am | SPCA
General Manager of Animal Services for SPCA, Dr Corey Regnerus-Kell says fostering is a vital and rewarding act of charity. More >>
Bach Not Bark - Concert For Animals A Radio First On Guy Fawkes
Thursday, 24 October 2024, 3:39 pm | SPCA
In collaboration with SPCA, RNZ Concert is highlighting animal welfare with a radio show specifically programmed to soothe pets during fireworks. More >>
Government Refuses To Address Cat Crisis
Thursday, 24 October 2024, 1:22 pm | SPCA
SPCA’s Dr Christine Sumner consults with councils and says national legislation could complement local government initiatives and the ongoing efforts of SPCA and other organisations. More >>
Need A New Best Friend?
Monday, 30 September 2024, 1:17 pm | SPCA
Canine lovers who adopt their new bestie during SPCA’s special two-week campaign, will save 25% off the adoption fee. More >>
Man Sentenced For Starvation And Neglect Of His Dog
Wednesday, 18 September 2024, 3:29 pm | SPCA
A male black labrador retriever cross dog called Sole was discovered at a property after a member of the public expressed concern for the dog in June 2023. More >>
