Responsible dog owners

You can apply for responsible dog owner status to enjoy lower dog fees - saving $32 for a neutered dog and $34 for a non-neutered dog.  It's free and easy!

To qualify as a responsible dog owner, you confirm the following conditions.

• You are making an application by 31 May (applications received after this date will be processed for the next registration year).
  
• You will register your dog (s) by 1 July each year.
  
• You have a fully fenced section or area on your property where the dog (s) can be contained.
  
• You comply in full with the Porirua City Council Dog Control Bylaw and the Dog Control Act 1966.
  
• You have your dog(s) microchipped in accordance with the Dog Control Act.
  
• You have no justifiable complaint about your dog(s) for the previous 12 months.
  
• You will have the property where your dog(s) are kept, available for inspection during normal working hours.
  
• You understand that any change of address requires a new application and inspection of your property if you wish to retain Responsible Dog Owner status.
  
• I also understand that if my Responsible Dog Owner status is revoked, a new application fee will be charged if I reapply.

You must also keep us updated about:

• your current contact telephone number/s.
  
• details of any new dogs in your care, and dog deaths.
  
• the name and address of the new owner if you sell, swap or give away your dog.
  

You won’t be eligible for the discount if your dog or dogs are:

• hunting or farm dogs.
  
• dangerous breeds or types.
  
• classified as dangerous.
  
• the reason for any nuisance or other complaint we receive.

Apply for responsible dog owner status by 31 May.

Apply online below, or come in to our relocated Customer Services Centre on the Ground Floor of the BNZ Building, 14 Hartham Place, Porirua, from December 7 onwards, and fill in the required form.

An Animal Control Officer will make a time during normal working hours to inspect your property. The officer will assess whether the site and dog accommodation are suitable and hygienic.