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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 tethering of dogs. ... -
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... -
18 August 2025
SPCA launches ‘In Memory’ giving website
The new website allows those who have lost loved ones to continue their story and... -
15 August 2025
A new code of welfare for deer: What does it mean for animals?
This week, the Associate Minister of Agriculture (Animal Welfare) issued an updated code for deer... -
14 August 2025
Caught and sheepish: How Baa-bara became a guest at Animal Control before transfer to SPCA
After a joint-effort rescue from the streets of Johnsonville, the adventurous sheep completed her seven-day... -
12 August 2025
SPCA desexing Outreach Vouchers to aid local rescue groups
Coast to Coast Cat Rescue and The Dog Rescue Project will be able to directly... -
11 August 2025
Dunedin's new-look puppy run, and the donor who made it possible
We are so grateful to the late Marjorie Beath who left a gift in her... -
05 August 2025
SPCA extends desexing support for greater impact in high-need communities
SPCA’s latest round of Outreach Vouchers will allow organisations like Kāinga Ora and Vetora Galatea... -
31 July 2025
SPCA marks end of greyhound racing season: A deadly toll but a brighter future ahead
Today concludes the deadliest greyhound racing season since the industry was officially placed on notice... -
29 July 2025
SPCA concerned by Government’s dismissive response to shock collar ban petition
SPCA is calling for Companion Animal Codes to be urgently prioritised in response to the... -
24 July 2025
SPCA’s Mobile Desexing Clinic provides support to isolated West Coast community
The campaign desexed 39 cats and dogs over five days, preventing an additional 144 kittens... -
23 July 2025
A dog’s brave journey: Fry’s story
Fry came to SPCA thin and with several health issues – and he’s fought a... -
22 July 2025
The stars of SPCA’s 2026 calendars have been announced!
Voting has now closed on SPCA’s most adorable annual competition and fundraiser, Pets of the... -
17 July 2025
‘Meet Your Match’ campaign helps SPCA animals find their ideal homes
With a focus on the unique personalities of every SPCA animal, the campaign successfully matched... -
09 July 2025
The team effort behind Rookie’s recovery
SPCA worked with Vetlife in Blenheim to ensure the recovery of this tiny kitten, who... -
03 July 2025
SPCA welcomes two new ambassadors – Suzanne Paul and Debbie Hockley
SPCA is thrilled to welcome two special women to join its ambassador programme, sharing the... -
26 June 2025
Website launches for National Cat Management Group
SPCA is excited to support the launch of the New Zealand National Cat Management Group’s... -
25 June 2025
New Zealanders help Fill the Bucket for vulnerable animals
The return of SPCA’s street appeal along with a new appeal website resulted in generous... -
25 June 2025
One year of silence: Demanding Government response on live export ban petition
Exactly one year ago, a petition to safeguard the ban on live animal exports—signed by... -
24 June 2025
The Secret Garden helping raise funds for SPCA
The thoughtfulness of our supporters knows no bounds. As well as generously leaving a gifts... -
23 June 2025
Meet your match at SPCA
SPCA turns the spotlight on more than 1,000 animals currently waiting for adoption, and encourages... -
16 June 2025
National Volunteer Week: SPCA celebrates outstanding volunteers
This week, in honour of National Volunteer Week, SPCA proudly celebrates the extraordinary contributions of...
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