Proposed regulation on the prolonged confinement of dogs
The Ministry for Primary Industries is consulting on a regulation to prohibit prolonged confinement of dogs in New Zealand, with a $500 infringement fee in specified cases.
- Closing date
- 23 November 2026 at 5pm
- Added to Civics
- 13 October 2026
- Source category
- Public service
- Source body
- Ministry for Primary Industries
- Last checked
- 13 October 2026
Closes in 41 days
Plain-English summary
The Ministry for Primary Industries is consulting on a regulation to prohibit prolonged confinement of dogs in New Zealand, with a $500 infringement fee in specified cases.
Read the official consultation material for the detailed proposal, supporting documents and submission method.
Why it matters
A dog owner or person in charge could face a $500 infringement fee.
The proposal concerns confinement that substantially restricts a dog’s ability to exercise or express normal behaviours.
Who may care
- Dog owners
- People in charge of dogs
How to make a submission
- Read the official consultation material.
- Submit feedback through the official consultation page before the closing date.
Disclaimer
Civics.nz is an independent plain-English guide and is not an official government website. Always check the official source before making a submission.