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Dog Control
IntroductionDog control is regulated by the Dog Control Act 1996 together with the Dog Control Amendment Act 2003, the Dog Control Amendment Act 2004 and the Dog Control Amendment Act 2006. The Act and its Amendments are implemented by local councils with the support of their communities. The intention of the Act is to improve public safety around dogs by making provision for the control of dogs.
Discussion DocumentThis discussion document was released in December 2007 and sought public comment on ideas that could help further improve dog control and public safety around dogs. Submissions closed on 31 March 2008.
The Department’s analysis of the submissions showed that, on the whole, submitters did not want major legislative changes. Further work on the legislative options outlined in the discussion document is not planned at this time (April 2009).
View, print or download the discussion document:
*This document is in Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) format. You need to have the Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer. You can download a free version from the Adobe site.
View, print or download the summary of results and analysis of public submissions on the discussion document:
Further Information
- Government Tightens Dog Control (31/10/2007)
The law was reviewed in the light of the most recent dog attacks. Link here to Hon Nanaia Mahuta's media releases, Frequently Asked Questions and a copy of the Cabinet decision.
- Dog Control Amendment Act 2003 - Key Facts 20/7/2006
- Link here to New Zealand Dog Safety - Practical information for children and grown-ups about being safe around dogs.
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