Dog Rescues NZ

So you've decided to add another member to your family, and have chosen to adopt via a rescue organisation or your local council.  These days there is an abundance of wonderful dogs to choose from!  To help you in your search we have compiled a list of organisations throughout New Zealand where you may just find your perfect match!

Happy hunting! 

happy looking puppy looking over his shoulder at camera

Breed-specific

If you know the breed of dog which will complete your family perfectly and aren't concerned with where they are located then check out these great options!

Nationwide search

View dogs available nationwide with the SPCA, council pounds or Retired Working Dogs NZ

Search Dog Rescues NZ by location

Select your region below to be taken directly to the dog rescue organisations in your area.

Dog Rescues NZ by Region

Northland

Auckland

Waikato

Bay of Plenty

Gisborne / Hawke's Bay

Taranaki

Manawatu-Whanganui

Horowhenua District Council

Manawatu District Council

Rangitikei District Council

Ruapehu District Council

Tararua District Council

Dogs may be available for adoption by enquiry

Wellington

Carterton District Council

Kapiti Coast District Council

Masterton District Council

Porirua City Council

South Wairarapa District Council

Upper Hutt City Council

Dogs may be available for adoption by enquiry

Nelson / Tasman / Marlborough / West Coast

Grey District Council

Marlborough District Council

Nelson City Council

Dogs may be available for adoption by enquiry

Canterbury

Ashburton District Council

Hurunui District Council

Kaikoura District Council

Mackenzie District Council

Waimate District Council

Dogs may be available for adoption by enquiry

Otago

Southland

Gore District Council

Invercargill City Council

Southland District Council

Dogs may be available for adoption by enquiry

We have endeavoured to list all dog rescue organisations in New Zealand where de-sexed, vaccinated and micro-chipped dogs may be adopted.  This list will be ever-changing, so advice of any additions, deletions or changes is warmly welcomed.  Changes may be advised via e-mail to dogkindbodywork@gmail.com. 

Our gorgeous girl Georgie came to us via the SPCA.  A short-term foster who we decided very early on was destined to be part of our family.  We hope this page helps you find your next wonderful canine companion!

— KELLIE & GEORGIE —