SPCA Canterbury

SPCA Canterbury We now have one page covering updates from our SPCA Centres in Christchurch, Timaru and Ashburton.

Our next category in the 2026 SPCA Purina New Zealand National Volunteer Awards is for Outstanding Op Shop – congratulat...
16/06/2026

Our next category in the 2026 SPCA Purina New Zealand National Volunteer Awards is for Outstanding Op Shop – congratulations to our winners, the Kaiapoi Op Shop team! 🏆️

With a dedicated team of 46 volunteers, the Kaiapoi SPCA Op Shop has become one of the top-performing stores in the country, bringing in much-needed funds for the animals in our care.

Each volunteer contributes in their own unique way. Whether it’s mending, cleaning and ironing clothing, repurposing old blankets into new cushions and handbags, cleaning the floors, arranging the shelves, carrying out repairs or restoring older items to their former glory, this team brings so much care, pride and heart to their work ❤️

A massive thank you and congratulations to the Kaiapoi team, and to all of our amazing Op Shop teams. We couldn’t do it without you!

🐾🐶DOG OWNERS, THIS ONE'S FOR YOU! 🐶🐾 Do you have a good dog? A naughty dog? A dog who thinks they're the CEO of the hous...
15/06/2026

🐾🐶DOG OWNERS, THIS ONE'S FOR YOU! 🐶🐾

Do you have a good dog? A naughty dog? A dog who thinks they're the CEO of the household?

Bring them along to our FREE Parvo Vaccination Drive and help keep them protected from one of the most serious and contagious diseases affecting dogs.

A huge THANK YOU to the OurVets team for generously donating their time and expertise to help make this event possible. We couldn't do it without their support, and we're incredibly grateful for their commitment to animal welfare in our community. 🐾❤

🗓Date: 17th June 2026
🕙 Time: 1:00pm – 4:00pm (or while stocks last)

📍 Canterbury Indoor Bowls Assn
25 Kearneys Road, Wainoni

✔️ Eligibility – bring one of the following:
• Community Services Card
• Gold Card
• Current Student ID

Parvo is a serious and highly contagious disease that can be devastating for dogs. Vaccinating your pup is one of the best ways to protect them and help keep our community's dogs safe.

Tag a dog owner who needs to know about this, share it with your friends, and let's fill Wainoni with wagging tails! 🐾✨

🐾💉 DOG VACCINATION DRIVE – CHRISTCHURCH💉🐾We’re excited to be offering another free Parvo vaccination drive to help keep ...
11/06/2026

🐾💉 DOG VACCINATION DRIVE – CHRISTCHURCH💉🐾
We’re excited to be offering another free Parvo vaccination drive to help keep your dogs safe and healthy on the 17th June!

📍 Canterbury Indoor Bowls Assn
25 Kearneys Road, Wainoni
🕙 Time: 1:00pm – 4:00pm (or while stocks last)

✔️ Eligibility:
You must hold one of the following:
Community Services Card
Gold Card
Current Student ID

💉 Parvo vaccinations available
Parvo is a serious and highly contagious disease – vaccinating your dog is one of the best ways to protect them and your community.

No bookings required – just come along!

Please note: this is a limited stock event, so get in early to avoid missing out.

Let’s work together to keep our dogs safe! 🐕💛

📣 Puppies Before Profit – Bring in Breeder Laws! 📣 Today, we’re launching our Puppies Before Profit campaign, to raise a...
09/06/2026

📣 Puppies Before Profit – Bring in Breeder Laws! 📣

Today, we’re launching our Puppies Before Profit campaign, to raise awareness around New Zealand’s lack of dog breeding legislation and to build support for law reforms.

Currently, we’re FAR behind other countries when it comes to dog breeding laws. In New Zealand:

🐾 Anyone can breed and sell puppies
🐾 There are no restrictions on the number of breeding dogs a person can keep
🐾 There are no minimum supervision levels
🐾 There are no minimum or maximum ages for breeding
🐾 There are no maximum number of litters across a dog’s lifetime
🐾 There are no restrictions on close inbreeding.

Despite the current lack of specific rules, our recently commissioned survey found that 96% of New Zealanders think dog breeding should be regulated.

This isn’t a niche animal welfare issue. It’s something that New Zealanders deeply care about. We need clear, enforceable standards that apply to all breeders, and ensure every breeding dog receives appropriate care ❤️

Learn more about the survey and sign up for updates on our site: https://www.spca.nz/advocacy/details/puppies-before-profit

Donations are being MATCHED today in our competition, thanks to our friends The Coffee Club NZ! 🙌 If you’ve been think...
03/06/2026

Donations are being MATCHED today in our competition, thanks to our friends The Coffee Club NZ! 🙌

If you’ve been thinking of voting for your favourite profile to help them climb the ranks and have a chance at being the cover star of one of our SPCA 2027 Calendars, today is the day!

Any donation of $5 or more will be doubled, up to $25,000! 💸❤️

Make double the impact now over at www.spca.nz/poty26 🐈️🐈️

Dog owners! Do you need advice on trimming your pet's nails? 🐕️ We know it can sometimes be a daunting task, and many do...
03/06/2026

Dog owners! Do you need advice on trimming your pet's nails? 🐕️ We know it can sometimes be a daunting task, and many dogs (and owners!) are nervous when it comes to getting this done.

We've created a helpful guide explaining how to know if your dog's nails need trimming, important things to be aware of, and when to seek veterinary advice ❤️ Understanding the anatomy of the dog's nail is crucial in ensuring you can do this safely (avoiding the inner 'quick'), while keeping your dog happy and healthy.

Check out the detailed guide on our website, and please share this to help other dog owners in the community: https://www.spca.nz/advice-and-welfare/article/trimming-your-dogs-nails

Are you organised, and passionate about helping animals? Then we need YOU! 🙏 SPCA’s annual street appeal, Fill the Buck...
26/05/2026

Are you organised, and passionate about helping animals? Then we need YOU! 🙏

SPCA’s annual street appeal, Fill the Bucket, will take place across Aotearoa again this year on Friday 30 and Saturday 31 October 2026, and we’re beginning our search for Volunteer Area Coordinators.

Funds raised from this appeal help us continue our vital work to save the lives of thousands of animals each year ❤️ You can join the amazing community of supporters by becoming a Volunteer Area Coordinator in your region. You can do this independently, or join up with a friend and double the fun!

We’re looking for people who can take on a leading role, be a friendly face for the volunteer street collectors, attend a training session beforehand, and commit to the two full days in October. Keen to be a part of the team? 🐱🐶 Email us at [email protected].

Got a little extra land? Perhaps you live on a farm or a lifestyle block, or know someone who does? SPCA needs foster ho...
23/05/2026

Got a little extra land? Perhaps you live on a farm or a lifestyle block, or know someone who does? SPCA needs foster homes for farm animals! 🐎🐏

We can't emphasise enough just how important our foster homes are 🙏 Whether the animals need space to grow and gain strength, or recover from neglect or mistreatment, having a safe foster home is a key part in their journey to adoption.

Anita is one of our treasured farm fosterers.

"I love animals, and we have plenty of space since moving to a lifestyle block in South Auckland," Anita says. "When I realised we could help out by fostering, I decided to sign up.

"At this stage we had four alpaca of our own. I fostered Cosworth the alpaca, and he needed meds to help him with some of his ailments. It was so lovely to see his health improve.

"I totally recommend fostering. The SPCA team are there to support you if you have any questions or concerns, and they check in regularly." 🩵

Sign up to foster via our site: www.spca.nz/fosterwinter2026

We need your help to get Arthur a home after 483 days of waiting!Arthur has been a beloved member of the SPCA family for...
20/05/2026

We need your help to get Arthur a home after 483 days of waiting!

Arthur has been a beloved member of the SPCA family for 483 days, and while we’ve cherished every moment with him, our greatest wish is to see him finally head home to a family of his own.

Arthur isn't just a smiley face—he’s a brilliant, self-entertaining character with a personality all his own. Whether he’s rummaging through his toy box to find the exact one he wants or bird-watching through the window, he is constantly finding his own joy. He is equal parts clever and cuddly, a high-energy adventurer who thrives on human connection. Yes, he requires a special diet to keep his skin happy and itch-free, but this is a small price to pay for a lifetime of unconditional love and loyalty from such a special boy.

We are looking for an active family who can match Arthur’s zest for life. Whether you’re weekend hikers, avid walkers, or runners who need a training partner, Arthur is ready to be your ultimate wingman. He has waited well over a year for his "happily ever after"—could you be the one to give it to him?

Share, Like, Comment or even better...
Apply to adopt Arthur from our TIMARU Centre!

https://adopt.adopets.com/pet/afdd7bf0-abb2-4f96-9773-a7debb547480

It’s not just dogs and cats that need foster homes – but farm animals too! 🐐🐖🐎 Animals like goats, horses, pigs, and ch...
18/05/2026

It’s not just dogs and cats that need foster homes – but farm animals too! 🐐🐖🐎

Animals like goats, horses, pigs, and chickens often have the have the hardest time finding foster homes, as it requires a loving fosterer with the knowledge and the space to care for them while they wait for their forever homes 🩵

Christiane is one of our much-appreciated farm fosters, who was inspired by her love of animals to get involved.

"I enjoy meeting the new animals and gaining their trust, offering them a warm, safe environment and then meeting the lovely new family once they've been adopted," she says. "My most memorable fosters would be Maple, the three-legged goat - and 'Stinky Pete', the big gentle giant!"

Christiane's message to anyone considering fostering? "Give it a go! Fostering frees up space at SPCA so they can help more animals. There is no financial cost to you and it's extremely rewarding." 🙏

Got the space and the heart to open your home to a vulnerable animal? Sign up today! www.spca.nz/fosterwinter2026

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