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SPCA launches Learn-to-Read Storybooks
Monday, 10 October 2016, 11:24 am | SPCA
The SPCA has today launched a series of original storybooks into schools with the aim of helping Kiwi kids to both improve their reading skills and learn to care for and respect animals. More >>
Politicians Flock to Spca Auckland’s Blessing of the Animals
Friday, 30 September 2016, 11:33 am | SPCA
SPCA Auckland’s annual animal blessing service is attracting a large number of politicians who want to join in the celebration of the animals at St Matthew-in-the-City this Sunday (October 2nd) at 1.30pm. More >>
Dedicated volunteers awarded
Tuesday, 27 September 2016, 10:38 am | SPCA
Cathy and Eddie Gill from Thames SPCA have been announced as the overall winners of the 2016 SPCA Purina Volunteer of the Year award. More >>
SPCA has grave concerns about dog action plan
Friday, 23 September 2016, 9:11 am | SPCA
SPCA New Zealand is expressing its grave concerns about the Government’s action plan announced yesterday in an attempt to reduce dog bites. More >>
SPCA gives animal lovers the sweetest reason to bake
Monday, 1 August 2016, 9:05 am | SPCA
The SPCA is pulling on heart and apron strings for this year’s SPCA Cupcake Day, encouraging New Zealanders to arm themselves with a mixing bowl and wooden spoon in the fight against animal cruelty. More >>
Levin woman sentenced for starving horse to death
Tuesday, 19 July 2016, 10:35 am | SPCA
A Levin woman allowed a horse in her care to slowly starve to death and is implicated in the death of another horse. More >>
School education programme to reduce animal abuse
Wednesday, 6 July 2016, 10:32 am | SPCA
The SPCA has today launched a nationwide education programme into primary and intermediate schools aiming to shape how the next generation of New Zealanders treat animals. More >>
Woman failed to treat 10cm x 10cm wound on cat
Thursday, 30 June 2016, 4:44 pm | SPCA
A Huntly woman failed for several months to seek veterinary treatment for a wound on her cat’s back that eventually grew to measure 10cm x 10cm. More >>
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 >>
