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04 March 2024
PROTECT THE BAN – say ‘no’ to live exports by sea.
New Zealanders are being urged to say ‘no’ to the return of live exports by... -
01 March 2024
Woman pleads guilty to keeping dog chained without water and shelter
An Auckland woman who kept her dog on a tangled chain without water and shelter... -
28 February 2024
One small kitten, one big dose of resilience
Here at SPCA, our priority is sick, injured, abused and vulnerable animals. This means a... -
27 February 2024
Legacy donor gives incredible gift to SPCA Centres
Maureen Hawthorn's record-setting gift made a difference for multiple Centres and their animals. -
23 February 2024
‘Central Bark’ doggy daycare joins our SPCA Certified® programme
The Auckland-based doggy daycare is the newest member of the SPCA Certified programme, upholding high... -
23 February 2024
SPCA prosecutes man for appalling neglect of sheep and dog
A man who left his sheep’s de-gloved broken leg to become so septic she had... -
19 February 2024
Are you disaster prepared?
If an emergency or natural disaster happened today, do you have a plan in place... -
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...