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Great spots for dog walking in Auckland
On-leash or off, there are heaps of exciting dog walking areas for you to discover across Auckland.

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.

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.

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

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

Significant penalties imposed in three dog prosecution cases
Dog owners are reminded of their responsibilities.

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.

Revealed: most popular pooch names in Tāmaki Makaurau…plus the city’s rarest dog breeds
Find out the top ten most popular dog names in Auckland.

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 separate individuals.

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.



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.

Who’s a good doggie…owner?
Top tips for being a responsible dog owner this summer.

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.

More Auckland dog owners doing the right thing
Dog registration is up in Tāmaki Makaurau as Auckland Council releases its 2020/2021 Animal Management Annual Report.