Dogs and animals

Owning a dog can bring joy to you and your family. Here's what you need to know about dog registration and how it works.

We have a very active rehome programme that produces fantastic results.

Here's how you can get us to investigate animal related issues.

Find out how to house and train your dog, where you can exercise your dog, and the ways we promote safety around dogs.

Find out more about the rules for keeping certain types of animals, and what to do about pests.

We run two animal service centres, one in Seaview and one in Rongotai.

Infringement fees set in the Dog Control Act 1996 apply.