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11 October 2025
Pet obesity awareness: Murphy’s story
This Pet Obesity Awareness Day, we’re shining a light on this important health topic by... -
07 October 2025
Don’t let farrowing crates become forever
We've joined ten other national and international animal protection organisations to publish an open letter... -
07 October 2025
SPCA Wellington’s Canine Health Event helps local dogs and their owners
Over 120 dogs were treated by SPCA staff and volunteers at the community event in... -
03 October 2025
Canine quarantine upgrade underway in Nelson
Thanks to the generosity of the Jack Emms Trust and a remarkable legacy gift left... -
02 October 2025
Government blindsides SPCA with moves to keep cruel farrowing crates
SPCA New Zealand is disappointed and outraged by proposed Government changes to the Animal Welfare... -
29 September 2025
SPCA generates millions in social return for New Zealand
A new independent report by Infometrics has revealed that RNZSPCA created an estimated $989.2 million... -
25 September 2025
SPCA’s longest-waiting residents find loving homes
The Love for Long-Stays campaign gave people the chance to adopt a long-stay for just... -
25 September 2025
Cards for a cause
One Southland girl used her talent to make a difference for animals, donating $1,000 to... -
24 September 2025
Toby’s story: A connection that goes beyond sound
Adopting a deaf rescue dog changed Leah’s life. In honour of Deaf Dog Awareness Week,... -
23 September 2025
FAQs: New dog tethering regulations effective from 25 September 2025
New regulations for dog tethering will come into effect from 25 September - we've answered... -
18 September 2025
A dog with a job: Vegas’s new career in aviation security
Vegas has had a particularly unique adoption journey, using her high intelligence and keen nose... -
17 September 2025
Woman charged after SPCA discovers puppy with a fractured hip and over 100 fish bones in stomach
The severely emaciated puppy had a hip fracture, a healed bullet wound in his leg... -
16 September 2025
SPCA needs help to build a fit-for-purpose Animal Welfare Centre in Wiri
SPCA is calling on Aucklanders' to help raise funds to build a new, purpose-built animal... -
16 September 2025
New SPCA community model for Ashburton
SPCA has made the decision to move to a community-focused model of delivering animal welfare... -
15 September 2025
SPCA Cupcake Day returns for 2025!
Our most delicious fundraising event is back, and will take place on Wednesday 29 October.... -
10 September 2025
SPCA submits to Parliament on live export petition
This week, SPCA submitted on the petition presented by Dr. John Hellström ONZM, urging... -
09 September 2025
Auckland international school utilises SPCA’s education resources
École Française Internationale Auckland have been making the most of SPCA’s education resources, helping to... -
08 September 2025
Two Aucklanders’ charged following severe neglect of dogs
Two individuals have been charged following the severe neglect of two dogs, Sarge and Tyson.... -
01 September 2025
SPCA asks Kiwis to show Love for Long-Stays
From 6 - 21 September, long-stay animals can be adopted for just a donation, for... -
29 August 2025
From Rescued to Rehomed: Jasper's story
Once a stray, Jasper now lives a life of adventure, comfort, and joy with his... -
27 August 2025
Everything Dog joins the SPCA Certified family
The dog daycare business is the first in the South Island to become SPCA Certified.... -
25 August 2025
New regulations to curb life-chaining of dogs welcomed by SPCA
SPCA is thrilled with Minister Hoggard’s announcement today of the new regulations to target prolonged... -
20 August 2025
SPCA welcomes Cabinet’s decision to formally end greyhound racing in New Zealand
Last December, the Government announced in principle that greyhound racing would stop in New Zealand.... -
19 August 2025
Further rescue groups to receive and distribute SPCA-funded desexing Outreach Vouchers
The Best Dog Trust and Whangārei Cat Rescue are the next rescue groups to take...
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