'Butchered': Puppies shot by farmers, couple distraught
Each puppy would provide income of about $30,000 over two years from breeding.
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Almost 50 cats now waiting for an owner after an influx at the Napier SPCA.
The duffel bag moved: Cat found alive in Napier church backyard hailed as 'miracle'
Hallelujah's staunch face says it all - she doesn't forget those who've wronged her.
Whanganui cat attack was 'confronting', says SPCA manager
The man in charge of the SPCA's 77 inspectors says animal abuse is a regular occurrence.
Teen's horrific beating of kitten; SPCA, police launch investigation
The video shows the defenceless kitten being kicked by a young boy.
'Sick to the stomach': Family cat violently attacked in street
WARNING: Disturbing content. Both police and the SPCA are looking into the incident.
'Devastated': SPCA investigating possible fatal poisoning of family's 3 cats
The cats, Murray, Grace and Breeze, were euthanised just days apart.
Dog found hanging from fence at South Auckland house
The SPCA has committed to an investigation once they receive the relevant information.
'Immeasurable pain': Rubber bands used on dog in DIY castration attempt
The dog was found in Christchurch on Wednesday and the SPCA is appealing for information.
'Emaciated' horse left without food for weeks
The horse went several weeks without any food, and minimal water.
More than 1000 a year: Hawke's Bay SPCAs brace for kitten influx
You gotta be kitten me - for two years in a row the SPCA homed 1000 Hawke's Bay kittens.
'SPCA special': From the streets to elite rescue dog
If disaster strikes it will be Byrn helping save lives.
'Distasteful' video of dead possum shared online
SPCA concerned that video might see people lessen their respect and empathy for animals.
Dog breeder receives death threats amid SPCA prosecution
Police are aware of concerning social media posts and ask people to report any more.
Christchurch man prosecuted for docking tails of two-day old puppies
He was sentenced in the Christchurch District Court today.
Top Auckland dog breeder could face jail in landmark SPCA prosecution
More than 30 dogs were rescued by SPCA investigators. At least one had to be put down.
Shearer jailed for cruelty to lamb following fatal bashing
Christopher Tredinnick struck the lamb when shearing comb broke while he was shearing it.
Cat owner prosecuted for neglected dental care
The vet eventually recommended euthanasia as the most humane treatment for the cat.
'Left to suffer': Duck dies after being shot with an arrow in Auckland
The duck suffered 'high levels of pain and distress' and eventually died.
Family of Kiwi missing after ship sinking start Givealittle
Lochie Bellerby's family are raising money for a private search-and-rescue effort.
Man fined $2000 for drowning eight cats
Judge Michael Turner said the case underscored a "common misconception" in the community.
SPCA investigates after dog dragged to death behind car
Driver involved "may have just made a terrible error".
Gaping wounds, starving animals: Most disturbing case of animal cruelty
The starving horses had wounds on their back and neck that were infested with maggots.
Dog attack: Owner fined for bashing pet with wooden plank
Bull mastiff Bolo suffered serious injuries.
Farm fraud: He claimed 3m caged eggs were free-range
Exclusive: 'Our goal is for the Frank Chens of this world to be unable to operate.'
Stowaway cat found on Auckland truck after trip from Palmerston North
The cat, who is not microchipped, was "shaken" by the journey.
Man impaled hedgehog on steel rod
Jincang Zhou believed the hedgehog could be responsible for the deaths of two chickens.
Dog's owner prosecuted after her animal suffered for months
The owner said she couldn't afford to take Bella to the vet, despite knowing she should.
Marton community 'disgusted and shocked' by cat dumping
Rodney was dumped 15km north of Marton by a Marton ITM staff member.
Crash victim a dedicated animal lover and advocate
Jazmine Jones-Collings spent her life giving back to animals and the people she loved.
Auckland plans to cull animal shelters. Fears more dogs could be put down
Auckland Council has proposed closing one of its three dog shelters, plus Waiheke.
NZ's own Tiger King: The weird and wonderful suburban backyard zoo
"It was a mix of the horrifying and enchanting".
Reward offered for information over 'disgusting' puppy deaths
Puppies drowned with mouths and legs taped: 'They would have suffered'.