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Dogs on conservation land
Dogs on conservation land
Introduction
Where you can take your dog on public conservation land, disability assist dogs, avian awareness training and why dog access is controlled.
Where you can take your dog and access rules
Different areas have different rules on if you can take your dog there or not. Some areas allow dogs, others require a permit, and some do not allow dogs at all.
Dogs on beaches
How to keep wildlife safe when taking your dog onto the beach and coastal trails.
Hunting dogs
Conditions for hunting dogs being taken onto DOC managed conservation land, including information about permits.
Avian awareness and avoidance training
Kiwi and bird avoidance training helps reduce native ground-dwelling birds being killed or disturbed by dogs.
