Pets and Companion Animals

Notices 

Warning: Dogs being tethered outside shops
A number of recent attacks from dogs being tethered outside shops have led to Council to remind dog owners and walkers of their responsibilities under the Companion Animals Act.

Changing your microchip details
Have you moved house recently? Have you changed your telephone number? Unfortunately it is when a pet goes missing that owners realise their contact details on their pet's microchip are out of date.

Introduced by the NSW State Government in 1998, The Companion Animals Act 1998 (the Act) and the Companion Animals Regulation 2008 (the regulation), are to provide for the effective and responsible care and management of companion animals. A companion animal is currently defined under the Act as a Dog or Cat.

The Companion Animals Act 1998 and the Companion Animals Regulation 2008 replaces the Dog Act 1966 and provides legislation for the identification and registration of companion animals and for the duties and responsibilities of their owners.

The Act and the regulation came about in response to community expectations about the role and place of dogs and cats in society. The new State Government approach to companion animal management has provided Council with an opportunity to develop a strategic response to managing pets in our community. In response to this, on 6 September 2005, a Companion Animal Management Plan was adopted by Council to address the community's needs regarding the responsible management of companion animals in the Marrickville Local Government area.

Pets in the City

The Petcare Information and Advisory Service has produced a guide called Pets in the City. This guide helps people decide whether they should have a pet, what the most suitable pet may be and how to enjoy life with a pet. It is for both potential pet owners and for those who already own a pet. Visit www.petsinthecity.net.au to access the guide.
 

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