WISCA - Waiheke Island Society for the Care of Animals

09/10/2026

GREAT DEAL AT WISCA. COME AND GET YOUR $20 DISCOUNT OFF YOUR FIRST BAG OF DELICIOUS HILL'S CAT AND DOG FOOD

06/10/2026

Panda has now got beautiful clean teeth and has recovered well from his op. He is 12 years young and very smoochy. Looking for his forever home. If you think you could be his one and only, then phone his staff on 0275395107 or email them on [email protected] 😻😍🐾

06/10/2026

Big steps happening on our site this week with a bit of digging for the foundations and our first lot of planting. 400 natives going in this week along the back of the property. All will be well mulched thanks to the awesome team at Arbor Bros.

05/10/2026

Some good advice regarding pets and fireworks and it's not too early to think about now!

If your dog struggled with fireworks last year, now is the time to prepare for this year.

Trembling, pacing and barking can be easy to recognise. A dog who becomes very still, watches the windows or follows you from room to room may also be frightened. Quiet doesn’t always mean comfortable.

Start with a few practical preparations:

🐾 Set up a resting or hiding place your dog already likes, where they can choose to settle or stay close to you.

🐾 Plan walks and toilet breaks before dusk. Check doors, gates and your dog’s identification details.

🐾 Speak with your vet now if your dog has previously been distressed by fireworks. This gives you time to discuss treatment and have a plan in place.

Firework recordings can support gradual sound training, but the volume needs to stay low enough that your dog remains comfortable. Taking treats alone doesn’t tell you that. Watch their posture, attention and ability to settle, too.

If your dog has previously panicked or tried to escape, seek veterinary and behaviour support before starting sound training.

And when fireworks happen, you can comfort your dog. Let them come close if they want contact, or give them space if they prefer to hide.

Our full guide explains how to introduce recordings, recognise when to stop, and support your dog during fireworks.

Read it here:
https://www.seespotlearn.co.nz/help-dog-cope-with-fireworks/

💜 🐾 Save this post so you can come back to it while preparing.

04/10/2026

HAPPY WORLD ANIMAL DAY FOR YESTERDAY! The theme for this year - See The World Through Their Eyes. The inspiration for this was: “In a planet ever-affected by a changing climate and the consequences of human activity, it is important to remember that it is not just us that are impacted – it is animals. We often make decisions and think to the future from a human-centric stance. But what about viewing things from a different pair of eyes?” (Zoe from the UK) 🐾😻🐕❤

02/10/2026

Happy Freedom birthday Louie. One of our WISCA family.

01/10/2026

One of our volunteers very lucky rescue dogs, Louie, just celebrated one year of freedom with Jenny. How lucky is he, and a happy ever after story for all. Thanks Sally for the ongoing update of our chalk board. We are lucky to have you.

30/09/2026

Toxic sea slugs were found on Kohimaramara Beach yesterday. The toxin can be fatal to dogs so make sure you keep them away from anything that looks suspicious. They haven't been seen on Waiheke so far but they could make their way here. September and October are the danger season for the slugs, with both the slugs and their eggs being toxic.

29/09/2026

Thank you Sealink for all your ongoing support