DOC is warning dog owners to be wary of their furry friends along the coastline this winter to curb an increase in attacks on wildlife.
In the last six months alone several yellow eyed and little blue penguins have been killed in dog attacks.
And as seal season approaches, more relaxed rules for dogs on beaches could mean more surprise interactions.
Checkpoint reporter Louise Ternouth and camera operator Marika Khabazi have the story.
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