Mid Canterbury is a great place to keep animals – from horses and chickens, to cats and dogs.

However, animals need to be managed responsibly, both for their welfare and for the health and safety of our community.

We're currently proposing some interesting changes to our:

• Dog Control Bylaw & Policy (rules for dogs)
• Keeping of Animals, Bees and Poultry Bylaw (rules for other animals, including cats)

Whether these proposed changes have your tail wagging or hot under the collar, it's important that we hear from you!

Click the links below to find out more and have your say.

Feedback is open until Wednesday 15 July 2026.