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Dogs 28 Feb 2019

Aucklanders to have say on dog rules in April

Aucklanders will have the opportunity to have their say on proposed changes to dog rules from 1 April.

Dogs 20 Feb 2019

Holiday boredom busters for children and canines

Keeping children and pooches entertained can be a mission, especially if you can’t head outdoors.

Dogs 1 Feb 2019

Adorable adoptables from Auckland animal shelters

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

Dogs 24 Jan 2019

Dog owners warned of karaka berries risk

Karaka berries are highly toxic to dogs can be fatal.

Dogs 21 Dec 2018

How to spend the holidays with our furry friends

Be a responsible pet owner whether you're travelling or staying home these holidays.

Dogs 29 Nov 2018

All they want for Christmas is you

Hoping for a new furry friend this Christmas? Take a look at our adorable shelter dogs just waiting to be adopted.

Dogs 12 Nov 2018

Policy on dogs update

Auckland Council has recently completed a review of its policy on dogs and related bylaws.

Dogs 25 Oct 2018

Doggy dining in Auckland

Wishing you could bring your canine chums to brunch?

Dogs 17 Oct 2018

Protecting kauri while dog walking

If you’re walking in kauri areas, remember to keep your dogs on a lead and on the track.

Beaches 5 Oct 2018

Dogs welcome on many Auckland beaches

Owners should check the council website and read the signs at each local beach to make sure they’re following the rules.

Dogs 4 Oct 2018

Successful year for Animal Management team

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

Dogs 2 Oct 2018

Adorable adoptables

Meet some of the adorable adoptables available at Auckland’s main animal shelters.

Environment 25 Sep 2018

Rosie the ratcatcher – our environmental heroine

Who's got the best nose in town? It's Rosie, the newest member of our biosecurity team.

Dogs 20 Sep 2018

Take care around sheep during lambing season

Help us keep sheep safe from dogs.

Dogs 10 Sep 2018

Auckland Council welcomes furry friends

'Bring your dog to work day' has been trialled in council offices across Auckland.

Environment 5 Sep 2018

1080 programme spells end for rats and possums

In just 12 months the Hunua Ranges has gone from being over-run with rats and possums to having the lowest pest indices in decades.