Lost and Found Dogs

If you have lost or found a dog, this page has some advice on what to do next. Remember - dogs with registration tags and microchips can be easily identified and reunited with their owners.

Lost dogs

It is strongly recommended that owners of lost dogs arrange to visit the pound to check for them. This is because many dogs are cross breeds, dog descriptions can differ and no dog can be accurately identified over the telephone. You can reach the pound by calling our main number (06) 871 5000.

It is important to keep your telephone details up-to-date, and that dog owners notify the Council of any change in contact details, so that we can reach you if your dog comes into the Animal Control Centre.

Also ring the Royal New Zealand SPCA in Hastings on 06 8788733. Your dog may have been injured and someone may have taken it to them.

If your dog is not collected within 7 days of being impounded, Council may rehome your dog, or if it is not wanted it may be euthanised.

Found dogs

Any person can seize a dog in a public place. If you have found and captured a dog, contact the Animal Control section at the Council on 06 871 5000 and they will advise you what to do.     

Alternatively you can take it to the Pound in Stevens Place, Hastings.

Do not attempt to handle or physically restrain an aggressive dog. If you can, try to enclose it - for example lock the dog in a shed, or behind a gate, then contact the Animal Control section on 06 871 5000 for assistance.

Pound Public Hours

The Animal Control Centre is located in Stevens Place, Flaxmere. It is open Monday to Friday 9am to 10am and 3.30pm to 4.30pm, and on Saturday 9am to 10am. You are advised to call first to ensure the centre is open (871 5000). 

Pound Fees

Pound fees are charged to cover Animal Control time, the dog's sustenance and other costs. These fees must be paid prior to uplifting your dog. A full list of fees can be found on the Animal Control Fees page.