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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 >>

SPCA’s Sweetest Fundraiser Cupcake Day Is Tomorrow

Tuesday, 17 September 2024, 1:30 pm | SPCA

The fundraiser encourages people to host a morning tea or a cake stall at school, work, or anywhere their community gathers. More >>

Offender Disqualified From Keeping Animals

Monday, 16 September 2024, 4:33 pm | SPCA

SPCA Inspectors executed a search warrant and found one puppy, two kittens, ten doves, one pigeon and a deceased dove inside the property. More >>

Two Sentenced For Lame And Dehydrated Horses

Monday, 16 September 2024, 2:34 am | SPCA

It was found that all horses showed symptoms of dehydration and were lame from chronic laminitis. Some of their hooves were split, adding to their intense and unnecessary pain. The vet concluded that the horses suffered from severe and chronic neglect. More >>

Man Sentenced For Violent Abuse Of Dog

Monday, 16 September 2024, 1:54 am | SPCA

SPCA was notified of the incident and video footage captured by the four CCTV cameras was obtained. More >>

Home Detention For Multiple Violent Attacks On Puppy

Wednesday, 28 August 2024, 4:49 pm | SPCA

SPCA Inspectors removed Milo from the property and took him for veterinarian examination which revealed multiple injuries caused by external force trauma, some less than a week prior and others that had occurred approximately two weeks prior. More >>

One Small Step For 57,000 Voices

Tuesday, 20 August 2024, 7:30 pm | SPCA

SPCA is encouraging everyone to submit their opposition to the repeal of the ban on live export by sea by submitting on the discussion document when it opens for public consultation. People can also have their voice heard any time by writing to ... More >>

Men Prosecuted For Neglect Of Two Horses

Monday, 19 August 2024, 12:23 pm | SPCA

SPCA has taken two Whakatāne men to court for the neglect of a pair of horses; one of which was suffering in so much pain that it had to be humanely euthanised on the spot. More >>

Men Prosecuted For Neglect Of Two Horses

Monday, 19 August 2024, 10:27 am | SPCA

SPCA has taken two Whakatāne men to court for the neglect of a pair of horses; one of which was suffering in so much pain that it had to be humanely euthanised on the spot. More >>

Bake A Difference For Animals In Need

Wednesday, 7 August 2024, 9:41 am | SPCA

The fundraiser encourages members of the public to host a morning tea or a cake stall at school, work, or anywhere their community gathers. All proceeds go directly to fund the work of rehabilitating and rehoming vulnerable animals. More >>

SPCA Prosecutes Woman Who Left Dog To Rot On A Chain

Tuesday, 30 July 2024, 3:32 pm | SPCA

Proposed dog tethering regulations have been sitting on Minister’s desk a while now and we urge him to be brave and get this work done. More >>

 

 
 
 
 
 

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