We are happy to announce that as of the 23rd December 2010, Assistance Dogs New Zealand has been given approval from Government, to certify assistance dogs in New Zealand.  This means that our dogs and their users will have the same rights of access to public places - shops, malls and public transport that other service dogs - Guide Dogs, Hearing dogs, Mobility Dogs and Seizure Assist dogs in New Zealand receive.
This is great news and will enable us to make some huge strides in the services we are able to provide and our ability to provide well adjusted and settled dogs to our clients.
Our sincere thanks go out to all of you have supported us to date.  We look forward to 2011 and your continued support.

http://www.legislation.co.nz/regulation/public/2010/0432/latest/DLM3345408.html
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