Dog, pig or sheep? Butchered animal mystery at Flaxmere park
"It is impossible to say with certainty due to the extent of its mutilation."
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Maggot-infested rabbit found: Woman banned from owning more pets
Little Lambo was also living in a tiny cage.
'Shaken to my core': Man brutally kills pukeko in front of woman in Mt Albert
The woman says the man appeared 'dangerous' and she fears he will kill again.
'Heartless' attack on cat shocks owners
"What makes that person think it's okay to shoot an animal, a helpless domestic cat?"
Wellington killer bird decorator at it again
The birds are decorated with tinsel and bows and can't fly, eat or drink.
Mojo the dog finds new home after 434 days at SPCA
Mojo has been waiting for a new owner since his died in August last year.
Lonely miaow: Kittens escape car wreckers
The three-week old kittens were spotted yesterday in a car ready for demolition.
Six-week old puppies found abandoned
The puppies were found dehydrated in a box in Porirua.
What's on in Whanganui this week? November 7-13
Your guide to what's happening in the Whanganui region this week.
SPCA prosecutes woman who starved her horses
SPCA inspectors found four of her nine horses in an emaciated state.
Fireworks shot from cars as Guy Fawkes night looms
No public fireworks displays on Guy Fawkes night raises risks of mayhem.
Local Focus: Should private fireworks be banned?
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Down, boy!: Worst dog walking encounters revealed
Most dog owners say people have pet their dogs without asking for permission.
Lower Hutt couple's dog had wound crawling with maggots
The couple used traditional Chinese medicine instead of taking the dog to a vet.
Man jailed, banned from owning animals after slitting puppy's throat
Man given longest jail sentence in NZ for animal cruelty.
SPCA investigate after cat's 'miracle' survival
Two of Zoe's kittens died as a result of the ordeal, the SPCA said.
Bereaved family desperate to find lost dog
Mum died of cancer in August, now the family dog may have been stolen.
Man let dog suffer with cancer
The dog had two cancerous masses and was in an emaciated condition when found
Historic SPCA conviction: Pet store company fined
An Auckland pet store company has been convicted over improper care of animals
SPCA staff shocked: Skeletal puppy unable to move
Hamilton SPCA says Cricket's case was one of the worst of its type it has ever seen.
Severely emaciated dog rescued by SPCA
Ludo was rushed to the SPCA after he was found wandering the streets, starving.
Hawke's Bay cat drags leg trap for 30 hours into arms of SPCA inspector
Cat drags its way to SPCA inspector after 30 hours trapped in jaws of spring-loaded trap.
Abandoned dog tied to bin on state highway
SPCA members are struggling to understand why anyone would abandon the "lovely" dog.
Man who stapled dog's wound himself prosecuted
Graphic warning: The dogs received life-threatening injuries but were not taken to vet.
Garry's back: Cat home five years after going missing
Lisa Pederson had given up hope of ever seeing her beloved cat again.
'Senseless violence' as elderly cat shot with slug gun
The 13-year-old cat is believed to have been shot on Tuesday last week.
Hawke's Bay cat with no back paws: Juno needs a safe forever home
Juno's umbilical cord may have wrapped around feet in the womb, cutting off blood supply.
Horse neglect: Elderly mare Tubby reduced to 'bag of bones'
Aged chestnut Tubby was found in a bad way on Canterbury farm.
'Delightful characters': Why you should adopt an elderly pet
Nick and Waititi must be adopted out together, and will need a committed owner.
Man threw dog against wall because it 'prevented him from relaxing'
He was supposed to be taking care of Rafa. Instead he abused him, causing him to go blind.
Innercity pet owners warned after gin traps catch cats
SPCA Auckland has a warning for cat owners in the Sandringham area.
Spate of cat shootings have residents on edge
Police believe there a link to three shootings in the area.