Large animals like horses, sheep or cattle found wandering on our roads, can be a serious hazard.
If you see a wandering animal in a public place let us know on phone (04) 237 5089.
If it is creating a nuisance, holding up traffic or endangering any person or itself, phone the Police on 111. They will provide traffic control until the animal can be safely contained.
For stranded, straying or dead marine mammals, contact the Department of Conservation on 0800 362 468.
If you wish to send any photos in support of your request or advice, please email them separately to enquiries@poriruacity.govt.nz and we'll attach them to your record in our systems.
Our council officers may impound wandering stock until we find out who owns it.
You can reclaim animals from us by providing proof of ownership and paying any costs of impounding and looking after them.
If unclaimed, animals may be sold by public tender advertised in local newspapers, or disposed of in another way.
To find out about a missing or impounded animal, call us on (04) 237 5089.
If your pet is lost or missing, check the Pets on the Net or Lost Pet Finder websites. Local Facebook community groups or Neighbourly community pages.
Fees apply 1 July 2020 and include GST.
| Description | Fee |
|---|---|
| 1st impounding | $148.50 |
| 2nd impounding | $219.00 |
| 3rd+ impounding | $311.50 |
| 1st impounding where impounded after hours | $188.00 |
| 2nd impounding where impounded after hours | $258.50 |
| 3rd+ impounding where impounded after hours | $351.50 |
| Sustenance fee per day | $19.50 |
| Responsible dog owner initial application | no fee |
| Dispensation approval fee for owning more than two dogs | $40.50 |
| Delivery of dog at owner's request | $47.50 |
| Putting down elderly or sick dogs at owner's request | $55.00 |
| Infringement fee - Uncontrolled dogs | $200.00 |
| Infringement fee - Non-registration of dogs | $300.00 |
| Destruction of dog | $55.00 |
| Replacement of reistration label | $13.00 |
| Dog micro-chipping | $47.50 |
| National Dog Database Levy | $1.50 |