Animal control

Our furry friends

Everything you and your pooch need to know about Carterton

Carterton is super dog-friendly, with plenty of amazing places and spaces for you to enjoy together. Just remember – if they poop it, you’ve got to scoop it!

Registering your dog

All dogs over the age of three months old must be registered. Dogs not registered by 1 August each year will incur a 50% penalty. Registrations can now be paid online if you have your owner number. If you have a new dog that is being registered for the very first time (such as a puppy), you must come into the Council office to complete the initial registration. If your dog dies, we can provide a partial refund from the date you inform us, provided you contact us before the end of the registration year (31 July).

Dogs in public areas

Dogs are prohibited from these areas in Carterton District: „ The children’s play area of

Carrington Park. „ The children’s play area of

Howard Booth Park. „ The public swimming pools on

Pembroke Street. „ The Dalefield Road Transfer Station. „ The children’s play area of

Bird’s Park. Dogs shall, unless restrained on a leash, be prohibited in the following areas: „ The Central Business area of

Carterton in High Street „ Memorial Square „ Cemetery „ Camping Ground In all other public places, dog owners must use or carry a leash and dogs must be under continuous control of a person at all times.

For more information, visit www.cdc.govt.nz/ animal-control