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New NZVA rodeo policy gets SPCA thumbs up
Wednesday, 15 June 2016, 3:16 pm | SPCA
SPCA NZ congratulates the New Zealand Veterinary Association on its new rodeos policy, which calls for a re-evaluation of the use of animals in rodeos. More >>
Shannon farmer starves calves to death – again
Tuesday, 14 June 2016, 4:50 pm | SPCA
A Shannon farmer has been convicted for the second time for neglecting calves until they die. More >>
New bobby calves regulations good but could go further
Friday, 10 June 2016, 1:59 pm | SPCA
New animal welfare regulations announced today by the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) contain some good initiatives but do not go far enough to protect ‘bobby calves’, according to SPCA NZ. More >>
Ray McVinnie announced SPCA Blue Tick goodwill ambassador
Wednesday, 18 May 2016, 9:38 am | SPCA
One of New Zealand’s most respected food authorities takes on a new role Ray McVinnie, professional chef, experienced food judge, award winning food writer, experienced food stylist and former AUT lecturer has added the role of SPCA Blue Tick goodwill ... More >>
SPCA strongly opposes US auction of animals killed in NZ
Tuesday, 2 February 2016, 12:22 pm | SPCA
The largest trophy hunting organisation in the world, US-based Safari Club International (SCI), is about to auction dozens of animals killed in New Zealand – and SPCA New Zealand is strongly opposed to it. More >>
Gisborne men used dogs to torment and kill goats
Monday, 11 January 2016, 3:40 pm | SPCA
Two Gisborne men who encouraged their dogs to viciously and repeatedly attack live goats, one of which had a broken leg, were sentenced today in the Gisborne District Court. More >>
Plan ahead for pet’s sake
Thursday, 26 November 2015, 9:35 am | SPCA
The SPCA are calling on owners to plan ahead for their pet’s old age, or unexpected injuries or illness. More >>
SPCA appoints Dr Arnja Dale as Chief Scientific Officer
Monday, 16 November 2015, 1:40 pm | SPCA
The SPCA has formed a new Animal Welfare Science and Education Department to be led by Dr Arnja Dale as Chief Scientific Officer. This new department and position will provide scientific underpinning to the work the SPCA does nationwide and has ... More >>
SPCA calls for fireworks ban
Monday, 2 November 2015, 1:10 pm | SPCA
The SPCA is urging people not to buy fireworks this year to avoid causing fear, injury and disruption for pets. More >>
SPCA List of Shame highlights need for support
Monday, 2 November 2015, 9:12 am | SPCA
One of the most shameful acts in this year’s SPCA List of Shame is two men filming themselves while encouraging dogs to viciously attack two goats, and then posting the videos on social media. More >>
Levin man left a puppy to starve
Wednesday, 14 October 2015, 5:10 pm | SPCA
When Brendan Hale moved out of his flat and locked the door he left a puppy alone inside to die. More >>
Auckland man found guilty in animal abuse case
Friday, 3 July 2015, 4:45 pm | SPCA
An Auckland man has today been found guilty of recklessly ill-treating an animal after his pet dog was found in skeletal condition almost starved to death having been fed on instant noodles. More >>
Auckland woman fined for prolonged ill-treatment of dog
Thursday, 18 June 2015, 9:59 am | SPCA
An Auckland woman has been disqualified from owning pets for 10 years and ordered to pay a fine after pleading guilty of recklessly ill-treating a dog leading to such an extent it led to him being euthanised. More >>
Dog ownership not seasonal
Friday, 12 June 2015, 10:15 am | SPCA
Winter can be bad news for dogs with owners giving them up to avoid muddy paws in the house or walks in the rain, says SPCA Auckland. More >>
Huge live export shipment raises SPCA concerns
Thursday, 11 June 2015, 12:15 pm | SPCA
The live export of 50,000 sheep and 3,000 cattle to Mexico has raised concerns at the Royal New Zealand SPCA despite assurances that the animals will be used only for breeding purposes. More >>
Auckland woman banned from owning animals
Wednesday, 3 June 2015, 4:11 pm | SPCA
3 June 2015 Auckland woman banned from owning animals An Auckland woman has been ordered to hand over all her animals to SPCA and banned from owning animals for 10 years after being found guilty of recklessly ill-treating a horse leading to his ... More >>
Help a Furry Friend This Winter
Monday, 25 May 2015, 11:39 am | SPCA
As the days and nights are getting colder throughout the country, spare a thought for our furry friends at SPCA Waikato who are in urgent need of suitable warm bedding that will keep them dry and warm throughout the night. More >>
SPCA Auckland appoints new CEO
Tuesday, 28 April 2015, 12:15 pm | SPCA
SPCA Auckland’s board is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrea Midgen as its new chief executive officer. More >>
Animal lovers challenged to jump to the rescue
Tuesday, 7 April 2015, 2:20 pm | SPCA
SPCA Auckland is calling for brave animal lovers to raise money, as well as their adrenalin levels by throwing themselves out of a plane for the second annual Jump to the Rescue fundraising event on Saturday 9 May. More >>
Hop-To-It! Adopt A Bunny For Easter
Monday, 23 March 2015, 2:12 pm | SPCA
SPCA Waikato have been taken over by bunnies this Easter! With a wide selection of adorable rabbits available for adoption, SPCA Waikato are making it easy for you to adopt a pet rabbit by offering a special bunny adoption price of $30 (normally ... More >>
