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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, it has passed its second and third reading - locking in the use of farrowing crates. ... -
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 was found, this tiny kitten was covered in mud, shivering, and unable to walk on her badly wounded back leg. ... -
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... -
30 October 2025
Auckland pair sentenced for severe neglect leading to dog’s death
Two Auckland women have been sentenced today, 30 October, following the death of their dog... -
21 October 2025
SPCA Desexing Grant set to help more animal rescues
Applications are now open to animal rescues who require financial assistance for desexing vulnerable animals. -
21 October 2025
Millions of New Zealanders reject farrowing crates – have your say by 23 October!
Independently commissioned research has revealed that an overwhelming majority of New Zealanders oppose the Government's... -
20 October 2025
From Rescued to Rehomed: Empurress’s story
After being caught in a trap and brought to SPCA, Empurress started to show her... -
20 October 2025
Q&A with a compassionate SPCA Giving Hearts member
Meet the wonderful volunteer, supporter, and legacy donor Peter Reimann as he discusses his commitment... -
16 October 2025
Egg-citing news as Woolworths announces 100% cage-free commitment for on-shelf whole eggs
SPCA congratulates Woolworths on their cage-free commitment supporting hen welfare, by only stocking cage-free whole... -
13 October 2025
A visit to the Cook Islands SPCA
SPCA New Zealand team member Dr. Kelly Drake recently travelled to the Cook Islands, and... -
13 October 2025
SPCA urges New Zealanders to speak up on farrowing crates
Submissions are now open on the Government’s proposed changes to pig farming regulations.
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