New Zealand
SPCA boss is in doghouse
When neighbours complained of the noise and smell emanating from the local SPCA, the council was bound to investigate.
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Abused pup used as basketball
A puppy has been rehomed in an animal shelter after being kicked, struck against a tree and thrown through a basketball hoop by four boys.
Our hidden pet abuse shame
The world may be appalled by a British woman who put a cat in a wheelie bin, but it's minor compared to dogs being hanged in NZ, the SPCA say.
Survivor of massacre nearly loses life again
The owner of the only pup to survive a massacre of more than 30 dogs believes it has been the victim of a poisoning attempt.
Girl sickened at sight of 'adored' shot pony
Samantha Hall, 12, is so upset by the sight of the wound to her pony's face that she can't bear to tend to the injured animal.
High legal costs could deter ERA complaints - union
Ordering a former SPCA general manager to pay $7000 in legal costs could put employees off going to the ERA, says a union.
ERA orders ex-SPCA worker to pay $7000 costs
A former SPCA general manager has been ordered to pay $7000 in legal costs, despite being earlier awarded $500 by the ERA.
'Bring it on' - shot dogs' owner welcomes jury trial
Rowan Hargreaves said he looked forward to seeing the men accused of shooting 33 of his dogs facing charges before a jury.
Family seek sadists who burnt their cat
A Rotorua family are on the hunt for the "sick" culprits who set fire to their cat, singeing its fur and causing serious injuries.
Pet shops investigated
A chain of Auckland pet stores is facing regular visits from SPCA inspectors after complaints about the welfare of their animals.
