Report a dog attack or rushing dog
Report a dog attack or rushing dog

Report a dog attack or rushing dog

Report a dog attack or rushing dog

Please phone us to report a dog attack or a rushing dog.
Last updated on: 08 August 2025
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A dog attack refers to an aggressive contact between a dog and a person, or another animal.

Phone us

Please phone us (24 hours / 7 days) to report a dog attack or a rushing dog.
Dog rushing occurs in a public place and includes:
  • dogs rushing at people or animals (but not necessarily making physical contact)
  • dogs damaging property
  • dogs rushing at a vehicle in a way that is likely to cause an accident.

Report an issue

Alternatively, you can use our online form. We will respond to issues reported online outside of Council business hours (8:00am to 4:30pm) on the next working day.
We try to resolve all issues within 15 working days, though complex queries may take longer to address.
If you have any issues using our online form, please contact us via email at mailroom@wdc.govt.nz.