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Make a complaint about a dog

Contact us to make a complaint about any dog that is:

  • attacking
  • wandering
  • barking
  • fouling
  • aggressive
  • menacing or dangerous.

Urgent complaints

To report dog attacks and all dog barking complaints - call us on 09 301 0101.

Do not submit an online form for these complaints.

Non-urgent complaints - contact us

We will protect your identity and take action according to the Dog Control Act 1996.

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