Keeping dogs
Find details of restrictions to the number of dogs you may keep, regulated dogs, fencing requirements and where you can exercise your dog off-leash.
Registering and licensing
Council issues annual registration renewals for all registered animals, there are also restrictions to the number of dogs you may keep.
Responsible dog ownership
Council has published a guide to promote socially responsible behaviour for dog owners as part of a community awareness and education campaign.
Exercising dogs
All dogs must be kept on a leash when in public areas, unless in a designated off-leash area.
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Regulated dogs
Definitions of dangerous, restricted or menacing dogs, reporting an attack, and dangerous dog owner requirements.