Happy adoption stories
Many of our adopters, volunteers, donors and friends send us stories and photos of the animals who give them so much joy. We dedicate this space to all of you whose lives have been changed by animals.
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Simba
"Nearly two years has passed since that day I signed the papers and took Simba home with me. I'm so grateful to have him in my…
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Tanjiro
"Tanji is everything we never knew we needed. He's also the definition of a mamas boy, which I love the most!"
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Bowie
"It's hard to remember a time that we didn't have Bo so thank you SPCA for all you do."
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Jasmine
"We got Jasmine at nine weeks old from the SPCA and we absolutely love her!"
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Elvis
"I was very nervous introducing Elvis the kitten to Bryson, our 5 year old Staffie cross, but needn't have worried!"
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Chloe
"Full of energy and friendly to all she has become a much loved little creature."
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Tequila
"is delightful and follows me around in the garden and sometimes jumps out as I walk passed a bush."
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Frankie
"I am, happily, a failed foster mum! Frankie came to us at 7 weeks old for three weeks."
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Panko
"We absolutely adore the addition to our little family, she has a wonderful life of royalty ahead of her. "
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Mittens
"Mittens is a great addition to our family, so thanks Wellington SPCA team.."
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Didymo
"I've loved the fun of having a kitten and building her elaborate cardboard palaces and playing with toys."
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Aslan
"Aslan settled in so quickly and has found his place in our home - at the end of the bed!"
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Phoenix and Griffen
"We adopted Phoenix and Griffen from the Masterton SPCA when they were 6 months old. "
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Toby
"When I first got Toby he was shy and a bit standoffish.... today you would not recognize those traits."
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Cruz and Lola
Cruz and Lola were the best Christmas present ever!
From timid wee beginnings to parkour practitioners, this brother and sister duo have had a rocky start with a few lurgies to overcome but boy, do we love them! Their faces and then the birth date that matched our daughters sealed the deal. Thank you for our furbabies!
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