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Face masks are still required indoors at service centres, i-SITEs, libraries and the Museum @ Te Ahu from Thursday 14 April. My Vaccine Passes are no longer required to access any council service. We appreciate your patience with this evolving situation.

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Dogs and cats

We want to encourage responsible dog ownership. That means taking good care of your dog. It also means keeping others safe around your dog and avoiding situations where it annoys, frightens or injures someone or another animal. Responsible dog owners register their dogs, have them micro-chipped and keep them under control in public spaces.

Refer to the Dog Management Policy 2018(PDF, 5MB) for information about where and when owners can exercise their dogs on or off leash, and where dogs are prohibited. Council’s Dog Management Bylaw 2018 gives effect to Council’s Dog Management Policy 2018 and should be read in conjunction with this Policy.

Adopt a dog

We have dogs in need of a new home. You can apply to adopt one by any of the methods below.

Dog complaints

If a dog has caused harm or is creating a nuisance contact our 24-hour service number 0800 920 029 or on (09) 401 5200.

Feral and stray cats

Far North District Council supports responsible cat ownership which includes microchipping, de-sexing and keeping cats contained at night, to reduce their environmental impact on wildlife, including native birds and geckos.

Is this your dog?

We want to reunite every impounded dog with their owner. If you see your "dog" or you know the owner, please contact us.

Microchip your dog

Most dogs must be microchipped. A microchipping service is available on request.

Register your dog

Dogs must be registered from 3 months of age, or as soon as they come into your possession.

Reporting illegal dog activity

Animal abuse is a serious crime and can result in severe penalties. Animal cruelty defines a range of different behaviours that are harmful to animals. These behaviours range from neglect to malicious killing. Most cruelty reports are investigated by humane officers who can educate owners about unintentional neglect.

Last updated 23 June 2022

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If you have an urgent enquiry you can phone 0800 920 029 or 09 401 5200, you can also lodge a request online at my.fndc.govt.nz.