On 21 April, Auckland Council launched an amnesty for menacing dog owners, in particular targeting American Pit Bull Terrier types.
Since unregistered dogs are far more likely to cause harm, incentives are available to encourage registration of menacing dogs.
This includes waiving the 2016/2017 registration fee, and waiving the fine for not having a dog currently registered. It will also provide registration, de-sexing, micro-chipping and muzzles for a $25 fee. This offer is open to all owners of menacing dogs across the region, but the council will focus its efforts on communities that are most at risk.
The amnesty is available until 30 June 2016, after which time any unregistered menacing dogs will be seized and owners fined.
In the event of a dog attack, or to sign up to the amnesty programme, call 0800 462 685.
