Charity

SPCA New Zealand

Animal Welfare

What this regulator covers

Animal welfare enforcement under the Animal Welfare Act 1999 (with MPI). Reports of animal cruelty, animal abandonment, dog attacks.

When to contact this regulator

  • Animal cruelty report
  • Animal welfare complaint
  • Dog attack report

Escalation

If you are unsatisfied with a decision from this regulator, escalation paths typically run through the Ombudsman (process complaints) or the relevant Court/Tribunal (substantive decisions). Check the regulator's official website for specific review and appeal procedures.

Official website

spca.nz

Contact details

Phone number
Email address
Postal address

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