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23 December 2025
Puppies rescued from car after internal temperatures soared to over 45°C
SPCA Inspectors stepped in just in time; the owner thought they would be safe with the windows cracked. ... -
22 December 2025
Man sentenced for beating dog with shovel
A Tauranga man who pleaded guilty to ill-treatment of his dog, Marama, under the Animal Welfare Act has been sentenced to four months imprisonment in the Tauranga District Court. ... -
22 December 2025
Meet this year’s 12 Pets of Christmas!
These animals are looking for homes around the country. Could you make their holiday wishes... -
19 December 2025
A match made in heaven: Zion and Luca’s story
Adopted over a year apart, these two cats became inseparable in their loving forever home.... -
18 December 2025
The “Skye’s” the limit after a rough start
Too young to vaccinate and too light to fight, cat flu hit five-week-old stray Skye... -
18 December 2025
Thank you for making 2025 a year of hope and healing for animals in need
Your kindness gave thousands of animals a second chance this Christmas - watch our special... -
18 December 2025
Joe's Garage joins SPCA Certified®
Restaurant franchise Joe’s Garage is all about ‘doin good in the hood’, to serve their... -
17 December 2025
“Mr October” helps raise funds for SPCA
We love it when our supporters go the extra mile to share their love for... -
12 December 2025
Opinion: The day our “world-leading” animal welfare system died
Despite 89% of submissions opposing the Animal Welfare (Regulations for Management of Pigs) Amendment Bill,... -
10 December 2025
Meet Ellie, the tiny kitten with a giant will to live!
Somebody loved her once – she had a collar to prove it. But when she... -
02 December 2025
The importance of protecting your pets from sun damage: Tilly’s story
Animals with white or pale-coloured fur are at particularly high risk of skin cancer. Ensure... -
28 November 2025
From rescued to rehomed: Fiona, our very own Shrek
After being abandoned for two years, Fiona was looking worse for wear – until she... -
28 November 2025
Man sentenced for letting horse starve to death
A man was today sentenced to six months' imprisonment in Palmerston North District Court after... -
27 November 2025
New pet rules for renters from 1 December
It’ll soon be easier than ever for tenants to keep pets in New Zealand. -
26 November 2025
Animal lovers bake a difference with Cupcake Day
Bakers and taste-testers around New Zealand have raised over $92,000 for the animals through our... -
25 November 2025
Maverick: from fearful and trembling to bouncy and wriggly
With his tail tucked tightly between his legs, his tiny body trembling, and his eyes... -
25 November 2025
Dogs die in hot cars - don't risk their lives
SPCA is once again urging dog owners across Aotearoa to never leave their pets unattended... -
24 November 2025
SPCA Hobsonville Centre to host community Open Day
The SPCA Hobsonville Centre is encouraging the community to attend its Open Day on Sunday... -
19 November 2025
EarthSeaSky and Brackenridge team up for the animals
What happens when you bring together a local business, a disability support service, and SPCA... -
19 November 2025
SPCA urges public to have their say on greyhound racing ban
Public consultation is now open on the Government's Bill to legislate the end of commercial... -
18 November 2025
Meet Dante, rescued from his own personal inferno
Our team had never seen such a severe case of mange. But despite his pain,... -
12 November 2025
SPCA signs petition calling for changes to dog ownership legislation
SPCA has signed a petition calling for changes to New Zealand’s dog ownership legislation, supporting... -
03 November 2025
New Zealand joins Purina team to raise over $82,000 for animals in need
The results are in from Purina’s generous matched giving campaign that ran throughout October! ... -
03 November 2025
Call for foster parents as SPCA prepares for a busy kitten season
Over 10,000 kittens passed through SPCA Centres between November 2024 and April 2025, with teams...
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