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SPCA shines election year spotlight on animals
Tuesday, 11 March 2014, 4:49 pm | SPCA
In an effort to put animal welfare firmly on the political agenda and in the minds of the voting public in time for Election Day, SPCA Auckland Executive Director Bob Kerridge has asked leading politicians from all parties to reveal their positions ... More >>
Dog Lovers Invited to Attend Nelson SPCA’s Dogs’ Day Out
Thursday, 20 February 2014, 11:53 am | SPCA
Nelson SPCA is calling all local dog owners and their canine friends to join in the fun and festivities at Dogs’ Day Out 2014. Previously named the Million Paws Walk , Dogs’ Day Out is an annual event designed to celebrate the importance of ... More >>
SPCA Urges HNZ To Reconsider State Housing Dog Ban
Thursday, 23 January 2014, 12:40 pm | SPCA
The RNZSPCA has labelled Housing New Zealand plans to effectively ban dogs from state houses as an “overreaction”. A new policy discourages dog ownership among HNZ tenants and could result in eviction for tenants who refuse to comply. It comes in ... More >>
Cat-overwhelmed SPCA Auckland at breaking point
Thursday, 19 December 2013, 6:59 pm | SPCA
SPCA Auckland is overwhelmed with cats and kittens so the organisation is cutting the cost of adopting a cat by 50% for three weeks from 20 December 2013 to 12 January 2014. More >>
SPCA asks Kiwis to dig deep during annual appeal week
Friday, 1 November 2013, 12:33 pm | SPCA
Two of the world-famous ‘driving dogs’ trained to drive MINI cars will be digging deep (in the sand) this Tuesday 5 November at 8am on Kohimarama beach to publicise the SPCA annual appeal. More >>
Blessing of the Animals Service 2013
Tuesday, 1 October 2013, 3:45 pm | SPCA
The Anglican church of St Matthew-In-The-City will echo with the meows, barks, chirps, brays, and whoops of all creatures great and small during the annual SPCA Auckland Blessing of the Animals Service on Sunday 6 October. More >>
New World help the SPCA cook up a sweet success
Tuesday, 24 September 2013, 12:06 pm | SPCA
The two dogs are: Molly (beagle) Molly is an ex-SPCA adoptee. and Gizmo – Gizmo is homeless and available for adoption. He was originally adopted as a puppy from SPCA and is 5yrs old. Unfortunately he has now been returned to SPCA because his ... More >>
Man Who Starved Puppy To Death Sentenced
Friday, 26 April 2013, 11:02 am | SPCA
Manurewa man Tekana Katuke yesterday admitted abusing and starving three puppies, one of which died of starvation and was buried in a back yard. More >>
Nelson SPCA Announces the Inaugural Dogs’ Day Out
Thursday, 28 February 2013, 3:31 pm | SPCA
MEDIA RELEASE February 28, 2013 Nelson SPCA Announces the Inaugural Dogs’ Day Out 2013 The Nelson SPCA is calling all local dog owners to bring their beloved pooches along to Dogs’ Day Out (previously known as The Million Paws Walk and Fun Dog Show) ... More >>
Find True Love At the SPCA This Valentine's Weekend
Friday, 15 February 2013, 9:13 am | SPCA
“Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened.” Anatole France More >>
World-famous Driving Dogs adopted to loving homes
Friday, 15 February 2013, 9:10 am | SPCA
SPCA Auckland is pleased to announce that all three of the world-famous Driving Dogs have been successfully adopted. Many more dogs from SPCA Auckland have been permanently welcomed into loving new homes since the campaign began. More >>
Cat Free – Never!
Tuesday, 29 January 2013, 10:10 am | SPCA
Cat Free – Never ! Bob Kerridge responds to Gareth Morgan Cats have been persecuted for Centuries by Popes (the work of the devil), Royalty (burned in sacks as a crowning sacrifice), and by the occasional zealots (think London and the great plague). This ... More >>
Animals used as bait for training hunting dogs
Friday, 25 January 2013, 4:06 pm | SPCA
A Waikato farmer has today been discharged without conviction after pleading guilty to Animal Welfare Act 1999 charges in the Hamilton District Court. More >>
Meeting the Challenge of Fundraising from a 'Different' End
Wednesday, 28 November 2012, 2:15 pm | SPCA
Innovation is essential with fundraising. In challenging times, finding more imaginative ways to meet our financial commitments is paramount. One solution is to, literally, trade on our good name. More >>
Unique campaign galvanises roofing support
Friday, 23 November 2012, 10:55 am | SPCA
Local roofing companies have banded together to replace most of SPCA Auckland’s large, leaky roof for free. More >>
Hastings SPCA receives Council support
Monday, 5 November 2012, 9:59 am | SPCA
The Hastings and Districts branch of the RNZSPCA has received significant support from the Hastings District Council, following reports that financial difficulties may have led to closure. More >>
Stockpiling of fireworks causes animal welfare concern
Friday, 2 November 2012, 10:53 am | SPCA
The reduction of days of sale has failed to save the animals that are affected each year. More >>
Pet safety tips for Halloween
Wednesday, 24 October 2012, 10:06 am | SPCA
Halloween is supposed to be a scary time – but not for your pets! To help keep companion animals happy and safe this Halloween, SPCA Auckland recommends: More >>
Volunteers needed to make a bucketload of difference
Tuesday, 16 October 2012, 10:41 am | SPCA
SPCA Auckland urgently needs volunteers to rattle buckets throughout the Auckland region during the Annual Paws Street Appeal from 9 to 11 November. More >>
SPCA Cupcake Day a Sweet Success
Tuesday, 18 September 2012, 6:56 pm | SPCA
Cupcake Day for the SPCA has once again been a resounding success for the organisation – and all thanks to cupcakes, lovingly baked, decorated, sold and devoured by people up and down the country. Thousands of Cupcake Cooks baked up a storm, raising money ... More >>