Auckland dog owners group together to fight dog rules changes

The Auckland Council proposal would see some off lead parks become on leash only, as well as further restrictions on dogs running free at some beaches. It wants to improve safety and protect wildlife. But the move's created a divide, Madills farm in Orakei is a popular reserve just blocks back from the beach, the former dairy farm has a network of paths around sports fields, and currently has a significant off leash dog area. But its one of the parks ear marked for changes. Dog owner Claudia Elze is among those fighting the plan, she spoke to Lisa Owen.