Animal Control

Animal Control has the function of administering the Dog Control Act 1996 and Chapter 4 Dog Control of the Marlborough District Council (MDC) Bylaw 2010.

This primarily involves dealing with complaints about dog nuisances and attacks and ensuring that all dogs are correctly registered. There is also a strong education focus. Currently Marlborough has approximately 10,000 registered dogs, the majority of which are non-working dogs.

Contacting Animal Control

Animal Control can be contacted at:

ANIMAL CONTROL
82 Seymour Street
Blenheim 7201
Postal Address: PO Box 1016, Blenheim 7240

Phone: +64 3 520 9033
Fax: +64 3 520 9035
Email: animalcontrol@xtra.co.nz

Animal Control operates a 24/7 callout service and can be contacted at any time on the above telephone number.

The office hours are 9.00 am to 5.00 pm Monday to Friday.

Animal Control staff are here to help you. Do not hesitate to contact them if you have a concern or question.

The New Zealand Institute of Animal Control Officers' members are practising animal control officers from throughout New Zealand. The institute's website is a comprehensive resource with information on Animal Control, the Dog Control Act 1996, dog ownership and staying dog safe.