Keep Kiwi Safe 

More than 100 kiwi live in local reserves, bush land and forests in the Whakatane region. These kiwi are vulnerable to attack from dogs and cats - both day and night.

Dogs find the strong musky smell of kiwi irresistible and sniff kiwi out and kill them – one bite is all that’s needed and the dogs don’t even eat them. One loose dog could decimate the Whakatane kiwi population.

An adult kiwi killed by domestic dog

As a dog owner, you can keep kiwi safe from dogs by following these simple rules:

• Ensure your dog is under control at all times and tied up at night
• Respect “No Dog Zones” on public and private land
• Attend Kiwi Aversion Training for Dogs
• Find out if kiwi live in your area and keep your dogs away
• Contact DOC on 0800 362 468, The Project Manager on 07 307 0611 or the Whakatane Kiwi Trust for more information
• Cat owners living near kiwi habitat areas should keep their cat well fed and inside at night.