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NewZealand Police answer questions on Animal Welfare
What do you do is you see an organised dog fight?
What if an animal is killed or injured in a traffic accident?
What if you see an animal being neglected?
Source: http://www.petsonthenet.co.nz/policepets.htm
We asked Counties Manukau NZ Police for the answers to some frequently asked
questions....
Q. To make a complaint about an animal or it’s owner, who should I contact?
A. It depends on the circumstances. For serious incidents where persons/property is
injured or in danger call the Police. For nuisance/neglect type offences call
animal control or R/SPCA.
Q. The people next door are forever going away and leaving their dog tied up
with no water and no one appears to come and feed it. Who do I call?
A. Neglected animals and those in need of shelter, water, food or good care should be
reported immediately to the nearest SPCA or RSPCA, who have people trained
specifically to deal with this sort of problem and are also responsible in conjunction
with Council dog rangers, for bringing a prosecution against the owner if it is warranted.
Q. I have just witnessed a dog attack on a person. I’ve called 111 for an
ambulance for the person, but who do I call to have the dog restrained?
A. If the dog is in immediate danger depending on the seriousness it can be restrained if
possible. Call the Police who will initially attend and liase with a dog ranger.
Q. There is a dog running down the side of the motorway and I am concerned
there any be a serious accident. Should I call 111?
A. Yes. Police have direct lines to Dog Rangers. A police officer may initially attend.
Q. There have been group of people hanging around our local park lately
with some dogs, which I have heard / seen fighting. If I suspect this
is an organised dog fight, who should I call?
A. Dog ranger (Council)
Q. We’ve just witnessed a dog / cat being accidentally run over and the
driver did not stop. Who should I call?
A. It is an offence under the Animal Welfare Act not to stop. Call SPCA or local
council. Obtain vehicle number, description of the car and if possible the driver.
SPCA or council will investigate.
(From Pets on the Net)
If the animal is still alive and injured, call the SPCA immediately for emergency
help. In the case of a very badly injured animal that is in pain, they can humanely
euthanise them to prevent any further suffering. The SPCA will help sick and injured
animals and birds (both domestic and wild ie) pukeko, hedgehogs etc.)
Q. We like to go for walks in the evening. But lately we have been rushed
by a dog whose owner just laughs at us, when we ask them to restrain
their dog. What should we do?
A. Council dog control office. If owners behaviour is threatening or abusive call the Police.
Q. I’m sitting in a park with my young child and a dog is hanging around in a
concerning way that is not particularly friendly and there is no sign of its
owner. What do I do?
A. Call the City Council dog ranger.
(From Pets on the Net)
Retreat quietly and slowly away with arms tucked into body, holding your young
child. Do not run.
Q. Our neighbours’ cat continues to urinate all over our front door, which
creates a really awful stink. We have approached them but they don’t seem
to care. Who do I call about his problem?
A.Your first contact should be your local council who will put you in touch with their
Animal Control Office for their advice. Unfortunatley there is not much that can be
done, other than attempting to dissuade the cat by use of an animal repellent,
available from you local vet, pet shop or grocery store (From Pets on the Net)
If you have pets yourself, be cautious using repellent, it may drive your pets away
too! We advise you try a full squirt bottle with water in it and give them a good
strong squirt every time you see them on the property. Cats hate being wet this
way, yet it won't hurt them (just don't squirt their eyes or in their ears though!).
It's a good start to getting your message across!
Q. To make a complaint about an animal or it’s owner, who should I contact?
A. It depends on the circumstances.
- For serious incidents where persons/property are injured or in danger call the
Police.
- For nuisance/neglect type offences call animal control or RSPCA.
Final Note from the Police...
It is important to note that with any complaints you make to any of the agencies listed
including Police, your details are kept completely confidential.
Source: Thanks to the Counties Manukau Police, for kindly providing this information.
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