New ZealandGrim discovery: Horse euthanised after being found with suspected gunshot woundThe injured animal was found by bike riders.13 Oct 10:00 PM
New Zealand'Fright of my life': Mob of runaway deer cause havoc in Christchurch suburbThe animals damaged a vehicle, fences and galloped through backyards.22 Sep 05:31 AM
New ZealandWaikato man sentenced after dog euthanised following 'gross neglect', blunt force traumaExperts said the dog would've been in 'severe discomfort' for a three-to-six-month period.18 Sep 05:09 AM
New ZealandWoman banned from keeping animals after birds found plucked, decorated with pensThe woman said she coloured the doves because it was 'beautiful'.16 Sep 05:12 AM
New ZealandSPCA rehomes large number of rats from Whanganui homeSome rats travelled via ferry to Christchurch in a custom-built, air-conditioned vehicle.15 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand31 dogs snatched from Northland end up in Wellington: Police, SPCA investigatingThirty-one dogs and puppies were unlawfully taken from a Whangārei property.15 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandDuck-stomping prison inmate Eruera Peratiaki makes $1000 donation to the SPCAEruera Peratiaki threw apple at duck, chased it, kicked it and stomped on its head.11 Sep 08:00 AM
New Zealand'Severe and chronic neglect:' Miniature horses were dehydrated and unable to walk properlyTwo women who owned them are now banned from owning horses for five years.11 Sep 06:42 AM
CrimeJudge rules against Lena Duncan in ongoing animal welfare caseLena Duncan claims that search warrants were illegal and the SPCA violated her rights.05 Sep 05:13 AM
LifestyleWhat's new pussycat? Online game teaches good and bad outcomes for catsA game studio is using online games to promote the desexing and microchipping of cats.23 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Too many dog attacks': Couple sentenced after bite leaves toddler with serious injuriesThere have been 30 dog attacks on children this year alone.16 Aug 04:12 AM
New Zealand'Death was his only reprieve': Dog chained for five years, owner fined $2000'He was so hungry that he was eating the plastic wrappers of his dog roll.'13 Aug 09:13 PM
New Zealand'He was completely gone': Lost dog found in a coma, now wants a homeKenny was unresponsive and suffering from 'acute toxicity' when brought to SPCA.08 Aug 08:01 PM
New Zealand‘Distressing’: Probe after video circulates of cat thrown from moving carIt follows a string of similar incidents this year alone.01 Aug 08:42 PM
New ZealandBearded dragon among dozens of fat animals dobbed in to SPCAThe organisation says pet obesity is a growing global problem.26 Jul 12:11 AM
New ZealandAuckland woman jailed after her dog 'drastically overfed' to deathNuggi was fed up to 10 pieces of chicken a day on top of dog biscuits.24 Jul 02:07 AM
New Zealand'Like a pack of shivering bones': Jimmy the 7kg dog found months after cyclone is now 37kgHe was badly hurt and emaciated when found next to the destroyed Brookfields Bridge.19 Jul 06:21 PM
New ZealandDumped and emaciated: Influx of puppies dumped on roadsides and bushes in Far NorthThe Kerikeri SPCA has seen an influx of abandoned puppies.10 Jul 07:01 PM
New ZealandAuckland pair's five-year pet ban after starved dog found chained in backyardThe pair have now been disqualified from owning animals for five years.09 Jul 05:29 AM
New ZealandExotic pet show slammed as a ‘Willy Wonka’ experience; complaints to SPCAOrganiser rejects claims of animal abuse and underwhelming stalls.08 Jul 08:28 PM
New Zealand'Irresponsible': Dumped roosters roaming rural roads“If you can’t look after them or rehome them ... don't breed them."05 Jul 04:40 AM
New ZealandToo much! It's raining wild cats and kittens in Far North pensioner's garden50 wild cats too much for Far North pensioner in council flat03 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'I'll kill you:' Man attacks victims with a bike seat, later kills pet bunnyA few days later he threw a pet bunny against the wall, killing it instantly.02 Jul 08:00 AM
New ZealandKiwi dog daycare fined $11k after pet dies in hot carMaisie was left in a vehicle parked in the sun for hours with all its windows up.27 Jun 06:21 AM
New ZealandHomes urgently needed for pets in wake of stormsGisborne, Napier and Hastings SPCA Centres have run out of space for displaced pets.27 Jun 01:54 AM
New ZealandA sweet farewell for Sugar and her 18 puppiesA sweet life for Sugar and her 18 puppies has been found.16 Jun 12:00 AM
New ZealandHastings SPCA pleads for safe return of $15k donated horse float and trailerHastings SPCA has been dealt a massive blow.13 Jun 03:16 AM
New ZealandAbandoned puppy chasing fur-ever home after losing brotherChase was found underweight and infested with worms, but has made a full recovery.28 May 12:57 AM
New ZealandCat found dead 26km from home: Owners fear a cat-killer stalks their neighourhoodCat owner fears disappearances are linked, asks 'why would anyone do this'?21 May 11:18 PM
New ZealandLarry the duck becomes Daisy from HikuaiIt appears Larry has a tragic tale of lost love but is reunited with extended family.20 May 06:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Emotional toll': City euthanises 423 pound dogs in 10 monthsCouncil says surrenders are up: 'Owners can’t afford to keep them or simply don’t care.'19 May 08:49 PM
New ZealandLarry's winging it in Whangamatā but who's footing the bill?Town has a feathered friend whose main street antics are 'quacking' everyone up.17 May 07:30 PM
New ZealandHelp needed for Poppy the puppy to bloomPoppy the puppy had a tough start, but is ready to find a loving new home.14 May 05:00 PM
