Please help us with today’s huge vet bills!

Every one of Blu’s foot pads swelled up like water-filled balloons and a scabby area on his nose refused to heal. After a comprehensive vet check with multiple tests, he has been diagnosed with a disorder called plasmascytic pododermatitis. The veterinarians are hoping that his nose wound is related to this condition and is not cancer. We are waiting for his biopsy results.

Mandy was originally adopted from the SPCA by an old lady who passed away. She then lived with successive caregivers within the pensioner housing complex. When her final guardian, Thelma, had to go into a rest home, we collected Mandy and took her straight to the vet for the first time in 10 years. Among other procedures, she needed extensive dentistry.

Their combined vet bills so far total $1,739.83.
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Many, many thanks in advance for any assistance!

Are you sick of animal abuse in New Zealand? This video was filmed by Farmwatch inside current Craddock “Family” Farms.

Take action! Join us at 8am outside the Environment Court in Auckland on the 26th of November to ‪#‎StopCraddockFarms‬.https://www.facebook.com/events/900239480050622/

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https://www.change.org/p/walter-yovich-don-t-build-new-zeal…

Craddock Farms Ltd was refused resource consent to build a chicken prison in Auckland, so they are taking it to the courtroom to try and get their way.

They want to build this obnoxious mega colony cage facility in the small South Auckland village of Patumahoe. It would keep 310,000 hens trapped in stacked cages at any time.

But what can you do about it?

As a consumer you have the power to influence the way businesses like Craddock Farms operate. So come along, get involved, lend your voice and together we will show that we will not stand for such barbaric practises.

Colony cages condemn hens to a life of agony. Each bird has a space smaller than an A4 piece of paper so they can’t walk around or stretch their wings. The small wire cages are kept inside semi dark sheds so the birds never experience fresh air, sunshine or scratching in the dirt. These cages are already banned or being phased out in Switzerland, Austria and Belgium, and supermarkets in Germany and The Netherlands refuse to sell colony cage eggs. When will New Zealand catch up?

When a beautiful Muscovy duck arrived on Dee’s front lawn she didn't expect him to still be there a week later. She kindly purchased some wild bird seed for him and named him Ninja-Duck because he silently creeps up behind her and doesn't quack.

Much as she likes him, Dee is having difficulty keeping her dog and Ninja apart and fears for Ninja’s life when he wanders onto the blind corner of her suburban street.

Do you know someone on a rural property in greater Auckland who has plenty of grass and a pond where Ninja would be safe from dogs and human predators? Other ducks for company would be an added bonus!

If you know of a haven on private property for Ninja, please contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Animals have very acute hearing. Loud bangs and whistles may cause them actual pain in their ears. Every year hundreds of animals suffer as a result of fireworks being let off. Some of the following tips may help your animals cope.

Dogs and cats

• Always keep dogs and cats inside when fireworks are being let off. Walk your dog before the fireworks start.
• Close all windows and doors, and block off cat flaps to stop pets escaping and to keep noise to a minimum. Draw the curtains, and if the animals are used to the sounds of TV or radio, switch them on.
• Invest in relaxing Feliway plugs for cats, and Adaptil plugs for dogs. These are available at most vet clinics.
• Rescue remedy can be added to your pets drinking water. It is available from chemists and health shops.
• Thunder jackets can be used to comfort dogs. These are available from pet stores and some vet clinics.
• Ensure dogs are wearing some form of easily readable identification (ID) – even in the house. By law, they should have at least a collar and tag. Get your pets micro-chipped so that if they do run away they have a better chance of being quickly reunited with you.
• Prepare a ‘den’ for your pets where they can feel safe and comfortable – perhaps under a bed with some of your old clothes. They may like to hide there when the fireworks start.

• Let your pets pace around, whine, meow and hide in a corner if they want to. Do not try to coax them out – they're just trying to find safety, and should not be disturbed.
• Try not to cuddle and comfort distressed pets as they will think you are worried too, and this may make the problem worse. Instead stay relaxed, act normally and praise calm behaviour.
• Avoid leaving your pets alone during such potentially upsetting events. If you do have to leave the house, don’t get angry with your pets if you find they have been destructive after being left on their own. Shouting at frightened pets will only make them more stressed.
• Don’t tie your dogs up outside while fireworks are being let off, i.e. outside a shop, in the garden, or in your car.
• Never take your dogs to a fireworks display. Even if they don't bark or whimper at the noise, it doesn’t mean they're happy. Excessive panting and yawning can sometimes indicate that your dogs are stressed.

Small Animals

• Rabbits, guinea pigs, Chinchillas, mice, rats, ferrets and birds all need to be treated with special care when fireworks are being let off. These animals are easily frightened.
• Hutches/cages and enclosures should be brought into a quiet room indoors, or into a garage or shed.
• If you cannot bring your pet’s hutch inside, turn their enclosure around so that it faces a wall or fence instead of the open garden.
• Give your pets extra bedding to burrow into so they feel safe.
• Cover any aviaries or hutches with thick blankets or a duvet to block out the sight of the fireworks and deaden the sound of the bangs – but make sure there is enough ventilation.

Horses and other rural animals

• Fireworks must not be set off near horses or other rural animals in fields, or close to buildings where they are housed.
• Anyone planning a firework display in a rural area must warn neighbouring farmers in advance.
• Never set off fireworks near any animal's field or stable.
• Tell neighbours and local fireworks display organisers there are animals nearby, so that fireworks are set off in the opposite direction and well away from them.
• Keep your horses in their familiar environment, in their normal routine with any companions to make them feel secure. If your horses are usually stabled then keep them stabled. If they are normally out in a field, keep them there as long as it is safe, secure and not near the fireworks’ display area.
• Ensure that you or someone experienced stays with your horses if you know fireworks are being set off. This way you can observe their behaviour, ensure they remain as safe and calm as possible and respond to their reactions appropriately.
• If you know your horse reacts badly to loud noises speak to your vet or perhaps consider moving your horse for the night.
• Remain calm and positive as horses can sense unease in a person and this might make things worse if the horse is startled.
• Be careful yourself. Try not to get in the way if your horse becomes startled, as you may get hurt.
• Don’t take the risk of riding when you think fireworks might be set off.
• If it is necessary for you to leave your horse in the care of another person during a fireworks show, leave clear instructions and contact details for yourself and your vet should any problems arise.

Hedgehogs and other small visitors

• Shift your entire bonfire pile to another site before lighting. This enables any hedgehogs, birds, lizards and other creatures to escape from being burned alive.
• Provide an alternate area for them to relocate to such as shrubbery, piles of leaves, woodstacks etc.