Why did dogs come to New Zealand?

Answer 1

In 1877, farmers in New Zealand demanded that ferrets be introduced into the country to control the rabbit population, which was also introduced by humans. In the 1880s, large numbers of mustelids (stoats, ferrets and weasels) were brought and released in New Zealand to reduce and control the rabbit population. Five ferrets were imported in 1879, and in 1882-1883, 32 shipments of ferrets were made from London, totaling 1,217 animals. Only 678 landed, and 198 were sent from Melbourne, Australia. On the voyage, the ferrets were mated with the European polecat, creating a number of hybrids that were capable of surviving in the wild. In 1884 and 1886, close to 4,000 ferrets and ferret hybrids, 3,099 weasels and 137 stoats were turned loose

Answer 2

Possums were introduced from Australia in 1837 to establish a fur trade.

Ferrits, Stoats and Weasels were introduced in the 1880s to control the massive rabbit population.

Goats were introduced for meat, to control weeds and to establish a commercial fibre industry.

Hedgehogs were introduced to control garden pests.

Answer 3

Rabbits were introduced into New Zealand for the "sport" of hunting, in the 1830s. They were also introduced as an extra food source for the English settlers.

Answer 4

For Hunting. Alas there was no natural predator to keep the deer in check so they flourished.

Answer 5

by ships and i think they may have been introduced by australia or britain

Answer 6

Rodents, like rabbits , were a compact source of food , and were brought purposely. Rats were stowaways on ships, and were unfortunately introduced by accident.

Answer 7

because some handicapped Maori came to New Zealand with it!