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Dogs

Find out about registering your dog, owner responsibilities, public exercise spaces, lost and impounded dogs, and reporting a dog attack.

Accredited Dog Owner (ADO) applications

ADO applications for 2025/2026 are closed.

For the 2026/2027 registration period, applications will open from 1 September 2025 to 30 April 2026.

Register your dog

How to register and microchip your dog, get the accredited owner discount and change ownership details.

Microchipping your dog

Microchipping makes sure dogs can be quickly identified should they go missing, be stolen or be injured.

Dog exercise areas

Find out when and where you can exercise your dog in Wellington City.

Owner responsibilities

Find out about your legal responsibilities are as a dog owner, desexing your dog, and dog obedience training.

Yellow ribbon on a dog's collar

A yellow ribbon, bandana or strip on a dog’s collar or lead indicates to others that your dog needs a little space.

Dog attacks

Find out what to do in case of a dog attack.

Lost and impounded dogs

Find out what to do if your dog has been impounded or lost in Wellington City.

Dogs available for adoption

Occasionally, the Animal Services team has dogs available for adoption.

Policies, bylaws and dog control reports

We aim to provide reasonable policies for dog owners while promoting a safe and healthy environment for the public.

Licensed commercial dog walkers

See our list of licensed commercial dog walkers.

Commercial dog walking licence

Find out how to apply for a commercial dog walking licence.