2026 Election Manifesto

What we want to highlight for political parties ahead of the election…

This document outlines our roadmap for improving companion animal welfare in Aotearoa New Zealand and what we would like to work with central government on.

While not an exhaustive list of our positions, it includes the issues we think are either most pressing or could be addressed by an incoming government in their next term to improve companion animal welfare outcomes, including:

• National Cat Management Legislation

• Emergency Management & Preparedness

• Dog Control

• Companion Animal Welfare Codes

• National Animal Shelter Register

• Fireworks

• Strengthening Dog Reunification and Welfare

• Greyhound Rehoming & Industry Transition