Dog Control Bylaw

The Schedule E maps can be viewed in an interactive map - Dog Control Bylaw Map 2024 (new window)

Dog Control Bylaw 2024 and Dog Control Policy 2024 are effective from 5 May 2025

Changes to the rules

Key changes to the rules, effective from 5 May 2025 are:

• Dog access – dogs on a leash (but not tied up or left unattended) will be permitted in:
  • The Octagon,
  • Library Plaza,
  • sections of Princes Street and George Street between the Exchange and Knox Church, and
  • King Edward Street (South Dunedin) between Hillside and Macandrew Roads
• Dog limit in public spaces – individuals may have up to six dogs under their care in public spaces. Written permission is required for exceptions. Details about permits and conditions will be available in early 2025.
• Leash requirement in coastal dunes - dogs must be leashed in all coastal dune areas including access paths, to protect wildlife.

Map information – a guide to the rules from 5 May 2025

This map can be used as a guide only to the rules for specific public places. Please note:

• Some general requirements are not shown on the map. For example, unless specified elsewhere, dogs must be on leash on roads, footpaths, tracks, cemeteries and beaches.
• See the policy schedules for all of the proposed rules.
• Dogs must be kept under control in all public places at all times.

Dog Control Bylaw 2024 map

For information on the Dog Neutering Programme go to the De-sexing your dog information page