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Auckland Council wins in the court for dog attack
Dogs 17 Jul 2023

Successful prosecution in dog attack case

A Pukekohe man has recently been found guilty in the Pukekohe District Court of two charges of owning a dog that attacked a person/s contrary to s-57 of the Dog Control Act 1996.

Dogs 19 Jun 2023

Be a su-paw-star, it’s time to register your pooch

Auckland Council is again reminding dog owners to show love for their dog by registering them early and taking advantage of the early-bird fee.

Conservation 21 Feb 2023

Marty 'nose' the importance of island biosecurity

While working the waterfront in the early hours of Sunday morning, Marty the English Springer’s nose began to twitch, and he knew something was amiss.

Dogs 21 Dec 2022

Top tips for a happy howliday

Auckland Council’s Animal Management team has some great tips for looking after the dogs of Tāmaki Makaurau this summer – and they’re not just for dog owners. 

Community 4 Nov 2022

Stay safe around fireworks

Stay safe and look after your pets around Guy Fawkes this year.

Dogs 2 Nov 2022

Our canine cuties need you

Considering a canine companion? Head along to one of Auckland Council’s “dog walks” to find your perfect match.

Dogs 20 Oct 2022

Significant penalties imposed in three dog prosecution cases

Dog owners are reminded of their responsibilities.

Dogs 17 Oct 2022

Conservation dog convention will have noses to the ground

There’s 'paws’ for celebration this week as Auckland Council’s biosecurity dog team gather with their counterparts from the Department of Conservation and private contractors across the country, for a 'nose to tail' convention.

Be a responsible dog owner
Community 9 Sep 2022

Severe sentence handed down for double dog attack

In a decision in the Manukau District Court, Judge Philip Recordon handed out one of the severest sentences to date in an Auckland Council dog prosecution case, to the owner of two dogs who caused serious injuries on two separate occasions to two...

Dogs 29 Jun 2022

Are you a responsible pet owner?

Whether you’re a cat person or a dog person, fish fanatic or lizard lover, pets can bring great joy and companionship into our lives. 

Longing for forever homes!
Dogs 28 Jun 2022

Animal shelters bursting at the seams

Lock down babies looking for loving homes

Dogs 27 Jun 2022

Auckland Council’s first biosecurity dog departs

Best nose in the business departs

Dogs 8 Apr 2022

Expert tips for dog owners these school holidays

Our Animal Management team share some expert tips for dog owners as we approach Easter and the school holidays.

Dogs 22 Dec 2021

Who’s a good doggie…owner?

Top tips for being a responsible dog owner this summer.

Dogs 19 Nov 2021

Keep your dog happy when you're out

Heading out without your dog? Make sure your dog is happy and engaged while you’re away from home. Bored dogs are more likely to bark or chew things they shouldn’t.