Dog attacks fall, but stronger laws still needed
The number of dog attacks has fallen in Auckland for the first time in six years. Incidents of roaming dogs are also down, according to Auckland Council's Annual Animal Management Report. But, still more than 240 children were attacked by dogs in the past year. Auckland Council says recent fatal attacks in other parts of the country highlight the urgent need to strengthen the Dog Control Act. Auckland Council's Head of Animal Management Elly Waitoa spoke to Lisa Owen.
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