Dog Control

Reporting a dog control problem 

Reporting a problem with a dog can be done both during business and after hours.

There are a number of issues which may prompt you to contact us:

Roaming dogs

Dogs found roaming in any public place may be impounded whether they are registered or unregistered. Fees are payable for the release of impounded dogs.

Barking dogs

Barking is normal canine behaviour and is permitted. However, it is an offence to allow a dog to create a nuisance by persistent loud barking or howling.

Where a nuisance is created, the Council has the power to require the nuisance stopped, or upon service of a notice, require the dog(s) to be removed from the property.

We recommend, if you feel comfortable doing so, talking to the owner first before contacting Council. The dog owner may not be aware of your concern and could take steps to improve the situation. Alternatively, contact us and we will investigate. 

Dog attacks

Dog attacks are unacceptable behaviour. Council has the power to seize dogs that attack people or animals. If you have witnessed a dog attack contact us immediately and we will investigate.

Lost and found dogs

If you have lost your dog contact us to see if we have your dog reported as found. If you find someone else’s dog please let us know and we will be in touch with its owner.

The Northern Animal Shelter

47 Tavern Road, Silverdale
Phone: 09 421 0222
Fax: 09 427 9488

The Northern Animal Shelter houses dogs from Rodney and North Shore.  Dog owners can collect impounded dogs during the following hours:

Monday - Friday 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Saturday, Sunday and public holidays 10am - 12pm

Dog owners have the option of paying fees at the shelter or at any Rodney District Council Customer Service Centre.

How many dogs am I allowed?

•  In urban areas (or areas zoned Countryside Living 2 [Town] Activity Area) you can have 2 dogs before a permit needed. There is an application fee of $25 for the permit.
• There is no limit for rural properties except when dogs are being bred or boarded and then a resource consent may be required.
  

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