Auckland dog euthanasia rates rise amid increase in roaming and attacks

Tuesday 2 September 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Tue 2 Sep 2025, 9:17pm

Auckland Council data shows 6,079 dogs were euthanised in the year to July, representing a 48 per cent increase. The region is currently struggling with a surge in roaming animals and a rise in attacks on people.

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1. RNZTue 2 Sep 2025, 1:21pm

   Euthanasia rates continue to rise amidst Auckland's struggle with roaming dogs (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldTue 2 Sep 2025, 4:30pm

   Auckland dog problems surge with record roaming and attacks, 6000 dogs euthanised (opens in new tab)

3. Otago Daily TimesTue 2 Sep 2025, 9:17pm

   Thousands of dogs put down in Auckland as roaming numbers rise (opens in new tab)