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Pets

Responsible pet ownership involves registering, microchipping and desexing your pet, as well as cleaning up after pets and walking dogs on leads.

If you suspect your pet or a native animal may have eaten a bait, please contact a vet immediately. Contact Council directly on 03 8290 1333 with any concerns, questions or reports. You may also find information on pet or animal baiting at RSPCA Advice, Ask A Veterinarian and Vets On Call.

Report found dogs and cats to our Animal Management Unit on 03 8290 1333 (Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 5 pm).

For everything you need to know about responsible pet ownership, events, information and updates, subscribe to our Paws & Claws enewsletter.

Pet registration

All dogs and cats over three months old are required to be microchipped and registered.

Desexing and microchipping

Information about desexing and microchipping your pets.

Replacement pet tags

Lost your pet's tag? It's easy to order a new one.

Animal pound and shelter

Information on lost and found animals, and how to adopt a pet.

Off-lead parks and reserves

Stonnington has a number of parks and reserves where dogs can be exercised off-lead.

Pet ownership restrictions and permits

Find out about pet ownership restrictions, including number of pets without a permit, and how to apply for extra pets and poultry permits.

Reporting concerns

Information on reporting nuisance animals or wildlife.

Dealing with barking dogs

Find information and advice on dealing with a neighbour's barking dog.

Living with local wildlife and other animals

Information and advice about wildlife and other animals such as possums, foxes, birds and feral cats.

Separation anxiety

What to do if your dog is anxious when you're not home.

Domestic Animal Management Plan 2022-2025

The Domestic Animal Management Plan 2022-2025 establishes a policy and planning framework that will guide the delivery of Animal Management Services for the next four years.

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