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Plea for owners to register their dogs to help pay for vital animal management
Dog registration renewals lagging as time runs out.

Animal Management Officer scores dream job
Why wouldn't you want a summer job like this!

A proud Scot, a passion for the environment, a protector of people and animals
Mayor Phil Goff acknowledges the contribution of Cr Cathy Casey to a life of public office.

Animal Management annual report reveals impact of COVID-19 pandemic
More dogs than ever, puppies aplenty, adoption opportunities galore and an increase in badly behaved canines.


Radio host is the talk of Manukau Animal Shelter
Jay-Jay Feeney doesn’t know if she’s flattered or offended after having a dog named after her.

Animal Management report highlights positive work
Dog attacks are down and registrations up – another successful year for Auckland Council’s Animal Management.

Animals take to the sky at Ambury Farm Day
Auckland kite maker Peter Clarke has been involved with the family-fun day since its inception, making the day a success for all Aucklanders.

Behind the scenes: no shortage of love at Auckland's animal shelters
We go behind the scenes at Auckland Council animal shelters and speak to the staff tasked with finding forever homes for stray dogs.

Adorable adoptables from Auckland animal shelters
Meet some of the adorable animals in Auckland’s animal shelters looking for their forever homes.

Successful year for Animal Management team
It has been a successful year for Auckland Council’s Animal Management team

The day that went to the dogs and other animals
Pets may be able to accompany their owners on public transport in the near future.

For this 7-year-old, it's all about the animals
Meet Sophia, who has so much empathy and affection for animals that she spends her birthday each year with them in a very special way.

Must love dogs: a chat with Animal Management Officer Lennie Vickery
Lennie spends her days teaching dog owners about responsible ownership, dealing with complaints, and ensuring compliance with the Dog Control Act.

What’s in Animal Management’s annual report?
It’s been the biggest year yet for Auckland’s Animal Management team.

Helpful heroes in animal shelters
OurAuckland talks to Janine Balmforth about volunteering at the Silverdale Animal Shelter.