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04 February 2019
New animal welfare regulations announced – what this means for SPCA
On 1 October 2018, the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) released the new Animal Welfare... -
04 February 2019
SPCA FAQs: Pest species and pest control
The issue of pest control, poisons and how to humanely ensure our native species are... -
01 February 2019
SPCA calls for animal lovers to collect for annual appeal
SPCA is calling for animal-loving volunteers across New Zealand to collect much-needed funds for animals... -
29 January 2019
I'm thinking of adopting... a bearded dragon
Every year, thousands of animals of all shapes, sizes and ages come into SPCA centres... -
29 January 2019
Keep your animals safe – SPCA urges owners to protect pets during heatwave
With record temperatures hitting New Zealand this week, SPCA are strongly urging pet owners to... -
28 January 2019
Counting sheep – revealing the truth about our woolly friends
If you take a drive through the rolling countryside of rural New Zealand, you will... -
24 January 2019
SPCA prosecution: Man jailed after neglecting his two dogs
A Tauranga man has been jailed after his two dogs lost over 40% of their... -
24 January 2019
Helping animals in crisis – life as a technical rescue coordinator
Gina Kemp never knows when she will get that urgent call about an animal in... -
23 January 2019
SPCA prosecutes Auckland woman for keeping her cat permanently in a cage
An Auckland woman has been prosecuted after she kept her cat permanently confined in a... -
17 January 2019
Fantastic foster families - saving lives across New Zealand
We are an animal-loving nation who would do anything for our beloved pets, and amongst... -
10 January 2019
Summer fun on holiday with your four-legged friends
A summer holiday wouldn’t be the same without a wagging tail tagging along. For those... -
07 January 2019
1080 - what is it, and what can be done about it?
1080 is currently a ‘hot topic’ in New Zealand, and SPCA receives many messages concerned... -
18 December 2018
Safety tips for pet owners this Christmas
SPCA is reminding pet owners to be extra vigilant about what their pets eat over... -
18 December 2018
SPCA’s top tips for keeping pets safe this summer
With the warmer weather upon us, SPCA wants to remind animal owners to be vigilant... -
26 November 2018
Will you help animals this Christmas?
Kittens without families will spend this Christmas season scared, hungry and alone. -
23 November 2018
SPCA's 2019 Calendars are now on sale!
All 900 entries from around New Zealand have created what we think is our best... -
07 November 2018
SPCA prosecutes Whangarei dog owner
A Whangarei woman has been prosecuted by SPCA after her dog Goliath was found emaciated... -
31 October 2018
Dogs reporting for duty!
Assistance dogs offer a helping paw to their humans, supporting them to live a happy... -
31 October 2018
Make the perfect Christmas gift for your pet DIY style!
Store-bought pet toys can be quite costly, but with a little time and some materials... -
29 October 2018
Keep your pets safe and happy this Guy Fawkes period
Monday the 5th of November is often the scariest day of the year for pets,... -
25 October 2018
Golden oldies - why senior pets are best
With their specks of grey fur, a wobbly walk and a penchant for stubbornness, senior... -
24 October 2018
SPCA Learn-to-Read storybooks now in five languages!
25,992 books given to primary schools to teach kids about animal welfare... -
24 October 2018
SPCA prosecutes man for repeat offences against Cashew the pony
A repeat animal offender in Palmerston North has been sentenced to community detention after failing... -
23 October 2018
Free Desexing in Auckland 5-16 November
SPCA's Auckland Centre is once more working with local vets to help desex and microchip...
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