New ZealandStowaway cat found on Auckland truck after trip from Palmerston NorthThe cat, who is not microchipped, was "shaken" by the journey.21 Jul 08:57 AM
New ZealandMan impaled hedgehog on steel rodJincang Zhou believed the hedgehog could be responsible for the deaths of two chickens.03 Jul 02:40 AM
New ZealandDog's owner prosecuted after her animal suffered for monthsThe owner said she couldn't afford to take Bella to the vet, despite knowing she should.02 Jul 06:07 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMarton community 'disgusted and shocked' by cat dumpingRodney was dumped 15km north of Marton by a Marton ITM staff member.30 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCrash victim a dedicated animal lover and advocateJazmine Jones-Collings spent her life giving back to animals and the people she loved.23 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland plans to cull animal shelters. Fears more dogs could be put downAuckland Council has proposed closing one of its three dog shelters, plus Waiheke.13 Jun 05:11 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNZ's own Tiger King: The weird and wonderful suburban backyard zoo"It was a mix of the horrifying and enchanting".30 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandReward offered for information over 'disgusting' puppy deathsPuppies drowned with mouths and legs taped: 'They would have suffered'.23 May 01:17 AM
New Zealand'Cruel act': Three puppies found drowned, legs and mouths taped shutSomeone must know who deliberately and cruelly drowned these puppies.22 May 07:59 PM
New ZealandSPCA's 'unprecedented' sign ups for skydiving fundraiserDo you like animals and falling from 13,000 feet? Then this is a golden opportunity.14 May 03:36 AM
LifestyleDumped kittens found dead: SPCA urges struggling pet owners to seek help"It can be really hard if you've got a lot of animals or an unwanted litter."03 May 07:34 PM
New ZealandSPCA warns of parvovirus outbreak in Lower Hutt"One walk has cost these puppies their lives."23 Apr 02:53 AM
New ZealandFears SPCA centres will overflow under extended lockdownCentres around the country are filling up as the lockdown continues.20 Apr 02:16 AM
New ZealandOver 800 animals adopted after SPCA plea for helpCharity says it is "incredibly touched" by the overwhelming support.24 Mar 09:31 AM
New ZealandBeheaded dog: Givealittle raises $1000 for pet's cremationA Givealittle has been set up for a pet's cremation after a devastated couple's discovery.10 Mar 01:06 AM
New ZealandAuckland couple devastated after pet dog found beheaded"We were looking for him every single day for two weeks."05 Mar 10:59 PM
New ZealandUnderweight puppies found by Hawke's Bay's Mohaka River"We encourage people to call us if they're in this situation so this doesn't happen."28 Feb 01:34 AM
New ZealandCost of pet care driving Kiwis to perform DIY home surgeriesOne person tried to dock their 4-month-old dog's tail, causing constant pain.26 Feb 08:38 PM
New ZealandDog, pig or sheep? Butchered animal mystery at Flaxmere park"It is impossible to say with certainty due to the extent of its mutilation."19 Feb 01:16 AM
New ZealandMaggot-infested rabbit found: Woman banned from owning more petsLittle Lambo was also living in a tiny cage.12 Feb 04:22 AM
New Zealand'Shaken to my core': Man brutally kills pukeko in front of woman in Mt AlbertThe woman says the man appeared 'dangerous' and she fears he will kill again.02 Feb 12:02 AM
New Zealand'Heartless' attack on cat shocks owners"What makes that person think it's okay to shoot an animal, a helpless domestic cat?"06 Jan 09:06 PM
New ZealandWellington killer bird decorator at it againThe birds are decorated with tinsel and bows and can't fly, eat or drink.19 Dec 06:58 PM
New ZealandMojo the dog finds new home after 434 days at SPCAMojo has been waiting for a new owner since his died in August last year.16 Dec 02:40 AM
New ZealandLonely miaow: Kittens escape car wreckersThe three-week old kittens were spotted yesterday in a car ready for demolition.20 Nov 11:10 PM
New ZealandSix-week old puppies found abandonedThe puppies were found dehydrated in a box in Porirua.13 Nov 01:11 AM
EntertainmentWhat's on in Whanganui this week? November 7-13Your guide to what's happening in the Whanganui region this week.06 Nov 03:00 PM
New ZealandSPCA prosecutes woman who starved her horsesSPCA inspectors found four of her nine horses in an emaciated state.06 Nov 04:55 AM
New ZealandFireworks shot from cars as Guy Fawkes night loomsNo public fireworks displays on Guy Fawkes night raises risks of mayhem.03 Nov 10:07 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Should private fireworks be banned?SPCA prepares for its busy period. Made with funding from NZ On Air.03 Nov 06:25 PM
New ZealandDown, boy!: Worst dog walking encounters revealedMost dog owners say people have pet their dogs without asking for permission.30 Oct 09:21 PM
New ZealandLower Hutt couple's dog had wound crawling with maggotsThe couple used traditional Chinese medicine instead of taking the dog to a vet.28 Oct 11:46 PM
New ZealandMan jailed, banned from owning animals after slitting puppy's throatMan given longest jail sentence in NZ for animal cruelty.25 Oct 01:43 AM
New ZealandSPCA investigate after cat's 'miracle' survivalTwo of Zoe's kittens died as a result of the ordeal, the SPCA said.17 Oct 12:14 AM
