Kelley Tantau/Stuff Five kiwi have been found dead in Northland due to a suspected dog attack. “Dog owners need to be aware that kiwis can be anywhere, dog owners need to be more vigilant,” he said. Following the discovery of the five kiwi on February 22, Wright urged dog owners to control their pets, especially during the daytime when kiwi are at their most vulnerable. The Department of Conservation asked dog owners to “ensure they know where their dogs are at all times, given the risk dogs pose to kiwi when they are uncontrolled”. If an uncontrolled dog is seen at a kiwi zone, the Department of Conservation suggests safely picking up the dog and giving it to a council dog control officer.

Source: Stuff April 05, 2021 01:14 UTC