New Zealand

Manurewa dog owner banned from keeping pets after nine infringements

A woman has been banned from owning dogs for three years after her pet was linked to killing cats in Manurewa.

Skinny McBuntu

A Manurewa woman's dog, named Fat Boy, came to the attention of authorities in June 2024 and has been implicated in cat killings. The dog owner has received a three-year ban from keeping canines, following nine infringements related to the animal's actions.

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NZ Herald

Owner of alleged Manurewa cat-killer dog Fat Boy given ban after nine infringements

Woman's pet, Fat Boy, first came to the attention of officials in June 2024.

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Newstalk ZB

Owner of alleged Manurewa cat-killer dog Fat Boy given ban after nine infringements

The actions of an alleged cat-killer dog have cost a Manurewa woman the right to own canines for three years.

Read the full story at Newstalk ZB