Leashed dogs help keep NZ native wildlife safe.
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Benhi Dixon
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Lead the Way empowers dog owners to know how to act to protect both coastal wildlife and their dog.
This programme uses highly trained dogs and their handlers to detect New Zealand’s protected species or unwanted pests.
With reports of fur seals and penguins being harassed by dogs, Science Advisor Laura Boren is working to find a balance between protecting wildlife and allowing dog owners the ability to exercise their pups.