Keep an eye out and report these wandering dogs
I've spotted two dogs wandering around 88 & 90 Titirangi Road multiple times over the past week or so. I'm unsure if they belong to anyone, if they've been abandoned, or are fully strays. I've reported them to Animal Control both on the 15th and 18th, but they've disappeared down a drive (possibly into bushes or some other hiding place that can't be seen from the road) before I was able to take photos and before AC arrived.
Description:
Adult - unsure of sex. Medium/Large, with reddish brown fur and a white throat. Slightly blocky head, may be a bully breed mix, but it's hard to tell from a distance. Ribs are clearly visible, even from across the street. Definitely hungry, if not malnourished. Last seen sniffing around the wheelie bins around 88 & 90 Titirangi Road, then disappearing down 90 Titirangi's driveway.
Puppy - unsure of age or sex. Light, dusty brown and white. Definitely underfed. Not at all chubby, like a puppy should be, its ribs are starkly visible from across the road. Interested in humans, so likely has spent at least a little time around them. Very nearly tried to cross the road to investigate me when I made eye contact (thank goodness it didn't!) Clearly related to the adult dog.
Neither have a collar on. I'm unsure of whether they're friendly or aggressive so please don't approach them.
If spotted, please contact Animal Control and reference 8101334178. If possible, try to stay nearby until AC arrives to help direct them and/or take photos to send to Animal Control for better identification. There may be other puppies wherever their hiding place is, so if you spot any others that don't match the description above please make sure AC knows about them, too.
These dogs need help and if/when caught by AC will likely be turned over to the SPCA.
Secure your homes over summer
Police are reminding people to keep their homes secure during the summer months.
Inspector Glenda Barnaby, Christchurch Area Prevention manager, says daytime burglaries are just as common as nightime burglaries.
“Burglaries can be committed at any time of the day, and coming into warmer months there is more opportunity for thieves."
"Although a majority of burglaries involve forced entry through windows and doors, we are starting to see more incidents at insecure premises. Police deal with cases where burglaries are committed in broad daylight, sometimes even while the victim is at home. Good weather means open doors and windows, which makes homes more vulnerable to burglars.”
Inspector Barnaby says there’s a few things people can do to reduce their changes of a burglary being committed.
⚠️ If you’re going outside for gardening, relaxing in the sun, or working in the garage, take a moment to lock your doors and secure your windows first.
⚠️ Do the same at night when you go to bed - keep your doors and windows secure and close your curtains. Fitting window stays means you can get a breeze coming through, while keeping your windows secure.
⚠️ Get to know your neighbours - let them know if you’re going away and look out for one another.”
If you see any suspicious activity, people or vehicles in your neighbourhood, don't hesitate to contact Police.
If you witness or suspect any illegal activity, please call 111 if it is happening now, or make a report through 105 either online or over the phone, if it is after the fact.
Poll: Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝
There’s growing debate about whether New Zealand’s extended Christmas break (and the slowdown that comes with it) affects productivity.
Tracy Watkins has weighed in ... now it’s your turn. What’s your take? 🤔
-
72.5% We work hard, we deserve a break!
-
16.4% Hmm, maybe?
-
11.1% Yes!
Loading…
