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15 February 2024
SPCA announces partnership with OPPO New Zealand
We’re pleased to announce our new national partnership with smartphone provider OPPO New Zealand. -
13 February 2024
SPCA signs petition for a Parliamentary Inquiry into virtual fencing technology for dairy cattle
The petition calls for a review of whether virtual fencing technology, which relies on a... -
12 February 2024
The export of farmed animals by sea – a survey of New Zealand opinion
SPCA has commissioned an independent survey* to understand the sentiment of mainstream New Zealand towards... -
12 February 2024
National disgrace: Reintroduction of live exports would be deeply shameful for NZ
SPCA is urging the Government to rethink its election promise to reintroduce the live export... -
09 February 2024
How to care for your dragon
It’s Chinese New Year, and 2024 is the year of the dragon. While mystical animals... -
07 February 2024
Rescued from a drain pipe, just in time.
When a small kitten was found trapped inside a pipe for an unknown length of... -
23 January 2024
From rescued to rehomed: Cookie’s story
Every animal who comes through SPCA’s doors has a story to tell, and Cookie is... -
22 January 2024
SPCA offers half-price adoptions to ease Centre capacity
SPCA is calling on animal lovers who’ve been thinking about adopting to take advantage of... -
19 January 2024
Man charged over cat’s 13 fractures; most seen in vet’s career
In March 2021, ‘Vendetta’ was a normal, healthy cat before entering the care of a... -
18 January 2024
Auckland parvo outbreak sparking serious welfare concerns
SPCA is issuing an urgent plea to dog and puppy owners to vaccinate their pets... -
10 January 2024
SPCA’s new Fundraising Hub makes helping animals easier than ever
Do you have a new year’s resolution to make a real difference in 2024? Our... -
22 December 2023
Bowie’s remarkable journey
Meet the resilient young dog who stole the hearts of our Levin team, making an... -
21 December 2023
SPCA’s Oamaru Centre to close its doors
SPCA has announced the permanent closure of its Oamaru Centre, with the charity instead utilising... -
20 December 2023
Hundreds of Kaitaia animals to benefit from SPCA desexing partnership
SPCA is thrilled to be partnering with several veterinary clinics and animal rescues in the... -
15 December 2023
Woman sentenced for leaving dog lying in its own excrement
An Auckland woman who left her German Shepherd suffering in pain and unable to move... -
14 December 2023
Woman charged after ignoring dog’s maggot infested wounds
A woman who left her dog to die in a shed after he suffered serious... -
30 November 2023
Help animals in need this Christmas through our SPCA Op Shops
With over 80 SPCA Op Shops around the country, delve into how these stores provide... -
29 November 2023
Our role for the animals under the new Government
With the new Government and ministerial portfolios now in place, SPCA's commitment to animals transcends... -
28 November 2023
Hundreds of Northland animals are now desexed thanks to the SPCA Mobile Desexing Clinic
The mobile clinic has now completed its journey, offering free desexing, microchipping, vaccinations, and flea... -
17 November 2023
The danger of sun damage for our pets – Wilbur’s story
The harsh New Zealand sun can be dangerous. Just like humans, animals are susceptible to... -
16 November 2023
Meet Alex, a dog who defied the odds
When SPCA Inspectors first met Alex in July, they were shocked by his emaciated condition.... -
13 November 2023
Keep your dogs safe from heat stroke as the weather warms up
As the warmer weather begins to ramp up in spring and summer, the risk of... -
06 November 2023
‘Appalling neglect’: Pair sentenced for leaving starving dog chained to metal pole for months
A dog that was left chained to a metal pole in an Auckland backyard and... -
06 November 2023
Become their hero: SPCA’s urgent plea for summer fosterers
SPCA is pleading for summer foster volunteers, as our Centres around the country battle a...