A decision is expected soon on future dog bylaws in the Western Bay of Plenty.
The Western Bay of Plenty District Council sought feedback on key issues such as whether dogs must be on a leash and picking up doo poo responsibilities as part of a review into the district's dog rules.
Public consultation began last month and councillors will meet in August to decide on the new Dog Control Policy and Bylaw.
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Group manager policy, planning and regulatory, Rachael Davie, said changes proposed in the policy and bylaw followed feedback from the public earlier this year.