Animal Management
Animal Control within the municipality is primarily the responsibility of animal owners, but State Legislation relating to the keeping of animals gives powers to Animal Management Officers to enforce certain standards and requirements to be met by animal owners.
First time Dog and Cat Registration form
Local Law No.7 establishes certain guidelines that animal owners in this municipality must comply with and
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- Numbers of Domestic Animals (pets) that may be kept
- The Keeping of Livestock (farm animals) in residential areas
- The Keeping and Housing of Pigeons
- Provision of Adequate Fencing
- Protection of Other Animals and Native Fauna and Flora
- Nuisances such as barking dogs. For more details, please refer to the section on Animal Noise
- Dog Excrement in public places
- Horses on Reservations
Dogs are only permitted leave their registered property if they are under effective control of a chain, cord or leash. The only areas within this municipality where dogs may be exercised 'off-lead' are specially designated Free Roam Areas.
Dogs Victoria
DOGS Victoria (Victorian Canine Association) is the peak body representing owners and breeders of purebred dogs in Victoria and has a history dating back to 1877.
More than 280 individual clubs representing a single breed, a group of breeds or all breeds are affiliated with DOGS Victoria.
DOGS Victoria is a member of the Australian National Kennel Council.
Visit Dogs Victoria website for a full list of activities and information.
Contact Us
Local Laws Officers are actively engaged in trapping feral and stray cats on Council Reserves and may also assist in providing traps to residents for trapping cats on private property. For further information contact the Local Laws Unit on (03) 9784 1917.