The Marlborough District Council's dog shelter has a furry problem.
It has more puppies than it can take care of and is looking for good owners to take them home.
Fourteen dogs, including seven puppies between three months and one year old, are residents at the pound, which has a capacity of 20. Marlborough District Council compliance manager Garth Congdon said the animals would usually be taken to the SPCA in Renwick, but the centre was also full.
Council animal control officer Jason McMillan said the dogs and pups were generally picked up roaming the streets of Marlborough around this time of year because June is the start of the dog registration period. Owners may believe it is too expensive to keep and register their dogs or decide to "boot them outside" and don't care about their dogs, Mr McMillan said.
Animal control officer Candice O'Brien said the puppies need constant care and attention which places a huge demand on staff.
Maataa Waka, which runs animal control for the council, is selling the pups for $130, which includes registration and micro-chipping. Prospective owners can also take the puppies for a week-long trial to see whether they make a good match.
If you want a new furry friend, call Maata Waka on 5209033.
- The Marlborough Express
SIMON WONG
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