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
New ZealandBereaved family desperate to find lost dogMum died of cancer in August, now the family dog may have been stolen.16 Oct 03:50 AM
New ZealandMan let dog suffer with cancerThe dog had two cancerous masses and was in an emaciated condition when found02 Oct 12:44 AM
New ZealandHistoric SPCA conviction: Pet store company finedAn Auckland pet store company has been convicted over improper care of animals17 Sep 09:37 PM
New ZealandSPCA staff shocked: Skeletal puppy unable to moveHamilton SPCA says Cricket's case was one of the worst of its type it has ever seen.17 Sep 07:40 AM
New ZealandSeverely emaciated dog rescued by SPCALudo was rushed to the SPCA after he was found wandering the streets, starving.12 Sep 03:22 AM
New ZealandHawke's Bay cat drags leg trap for 30 hours into arms of SPCA inspectorCat drags its way to SPCA inspector after 30 hours trapped in jaws of spring-loaded trap.05 Sep 10:59 PM
New ZealandAbandoned dog tied to bin on state highwaySPCA members are struggling to understand why anyone would abandon the "lovely" dog.05 Sep 12:26 AM
New ZealandMan who stapled dog's wound himself prosecutedGraphic warning: The dogs received life-threatening injuries but were not taken to vet.30 Aug 06:59 AM
New ZealandGarry's back: Cat home five years after going missingLisa Pederson had given up hope of ever seeing her beloved cat again.25 Aug 03:06 AM
New Zealand'Senseless violence' as elderly cat shot with slug gunThe 13-year-old cat is believed to have been shot on Tuesday last week.20 Aug 09:22 PM
CrimeNorthland news in brief: Marsden Cove next stage opensNews briefs from across Northland.26 Jul 06:30 PM
