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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 Parliament to uphold the ban on live export of farmed animals by sea. ... -
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 foster a kinder generation of animal guardians.... -
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... -
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...
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