LGOIMA Request Details: LG1911

Date received: 04/03/2020

Requested information: Rehoming of dogs, specificallly to be used for research, testing or teaching

Status: Complete

Date responded: 05/03/2020

Response:

Please see our response to your request, below

Manawatu District Council has a memorandum of understanding in place with PAWS Animal Shelter for the purpose of rehoming dogs from the MDC pound to suitable dog owners.

PAWS Animal Shelter is a registered charity and has its own terms and conditions for responsible rehoming and adoption including temperament testing and assessment for suitability of homes.

The memorandum sets out the terms and expectations of this arrangement.

The terms also include the requirement for compliance with the Dog Control Act and the Animal Welfare Act.