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City of Boroondara
8 Inglesby Road
Camberwell VIC 3124
(03) 9278 4444
(03) 9278 4466
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Council encourages responsible pet ownership.
The Domestic (Feral and Nuisance) Animals Act 1994 gives local councils the power to control dogs and cats living within their boundaries. The Act covers:
- Animal welfare
- The responsible ownership of dogs and cats; and
- The protection of the environment
If a person breaches the Domestic (Feral and Nuisance) Animals Act 1994, an infringement notice may be issued to the animal owner. Penalties vary depending on the nature of the offence.
For further information please contact the Local Laws Department on 9278 4888.
Animal Infringement
Information on breaches of the Domestic (Feral and Nuisance) Animals Act.
Information on breaches of the Domestic (Feral and Nuisance) Animals Act.
Animal Registration
It is legally compulsory for all dogs and cats over the age of three months to be registered with Council. All animal registrations renewals must be paid to Council by the 10th April each year. Failure to register an animal carries a penalty of $226.
It is legally compulsory for all dogs and cats over the age of three months to be registered with Council. All animal registrations renewals must be paid to Council by the 10th April each year. Failure to register an animal carries a penalty of $226.
Dogs and cats
Being a responsible pet owner in Boroondara.
Being a responsible pet owner in Boroondara.
Excess Animal Permit
Apply for an Excess Animal Permit.
Apply for an Excess Animal Permit.
Link to RSPCA Website
This page features a link to the RSPCA website.
This page features a link to the RSPCA website.
Local wildlife
Information on the best ways to handle encounters with our local wildlife.
Information on the best ways to handle encounters with our local wildlife.
Microchipping
Council fully supports microchipping for all animals.
Council fully supports microchipping for all animals.
Pound
Any dogs and cats found at large will be taken to the Council Pound located at Weir Street, Malvern. For more information, call 9824 7928.
Any dogs and cats found at large will be taken to the Council Pound located at Weir Street, Malvern. For more information, call 9824 7928.
Created: 6 July 2005
Last Update: 8 June 2007
Last Update: 8 June 2007
