Responsible Dog Owner status (RDO)

Conditions apply and you can see these by clicking on the links below.

To apply to become a responsible dog owner you can

• Complete our online application and make payment
• Print and complete our fillable application form (PDF 145 kb) and send in with a cheque for $65.00
• Pay in person at our offices at 30 Laings Road, Lower Hutt or 21 Meachen Street, Seaview 

Important information

• For the discount to take effect in your next invoice, you need to submit this form by 30 May of that year. 
• We'll process any applications we receive after 30 May from August onwards. We'll apply any discount earned to your next registration period.
• If you move to a new address within Lower Hutt, you must reapply and have your new property inspected.