Animal and Pet Information
New Restricted Breed Dog Regulations
For the safety of all Victorians from 30 September 2011 any unregistered Pit Bull Terrier or Pit Bull cross breeds can be seized and put down under new Victorian law. For more information or to identify if your dog is a restricted breed please visit www.dpi.vic.gov.au/keepyourdog
Domestic Animal Management Plan
This plan has been developed in accordance with section 68A of the Domestic Animal Act 1994 and sets out a formalised approach to increase the effectiveness and awareness of domestic animal management within Latrobe City.
Download the Domestic Animal Management Plan
Dogs, Cats and Neighbours
Find solutions for owners, neighbours and others affected by the activities of pets. More information.
Latrobe City's Local Laws team provide a useful online service for residents which helps locate their missing pets, vehicles or livestock. If the team has found your pet, vehicle or livestock they will, with best endeavours, have details posted in the Impound Register. This enables residents to search and locate their missing pet or vehicle without travelling to the pound locations. Search the Animal Impound Register >>
About Registration
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According to State Laws all cats and dogs aged 3 months and over must be registered. The information provided on this form is subject to Section 18 of the Domestic (Feral and Nuisance) Animals Act 1994 and will be used to update the public animals register as prescribed under that Act.
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As of 1st May 2007, all new applications to register a dog or cat will not be accepted unless the dog or cat has been implanted with a microchip and desexed (proof must be provided). This includes dogs and cats moving into the municipality from another Council.
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If you are renewing an existing dog or cat registration your dog or cat must be microchipped (proof required) prior to 10th April 2009.
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Registration fees are due and payable by 10th April annually. If your dog or cat is eligible for a reduced fee (see below "Fees and Information"). Proof of eligibility is required by certificate from the relevant authority.
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Failure to register may incur a $239 infringement
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Under the Domestic Animals Act 1994, if the owner is a minor the owner's parent or guardian is responsible for the dog/cat.
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Proof of sterilisation/microchip and/or Victorian Canine Association/Feline Control Council is required. If unavailable a Statutory Declaration from your veterinarian or applicable association (please refer to Cats and Dog Registration table below) is required.
Owner Change of Details/Change of Ownership Form
Change of details/change of ownership form (word version, 66kb)
Change of details/change of ownership form (pdf version, 19.3kb)
Impound Dog/Cat
Any dog or cat found wandering at large will be impounded. These may be claimed by contacting the city offices in Traralgon, Morwell or Moe on 1300 367 700. Payment of a release fee will be required and a sustenance fee may be applicable. Unclaimed animals will be disposed of after eight days.
Owners Responsibilities
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Dogs must not be allowed to wander outside the owners' premises. (A dog not within an area which is securely fenced or is not otherwise securely confined to the premises).
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Registration tags must be attached to the dog's / cat's collar whilst the dog / cat is outside the premises of it's owner
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Dogs must be on a leash unless in an 'Off Leash' designated area.
State Government Levy
"The State Government Levy of $3.50 for dog registration and $2.00 for cat registration is primarily used to fund responsible pet ownership educational programs."
Privacy Notification
The personal information requested on this form is being collected by Council for the enforcement and administration of animal control in accordance with Sections 10 & 18 of the Domestic (Feral & Nuisance) Animals Act 1994. The personal information will be used by Council and it's Contractors for that primary purpose or directly related purposes and may be disclosed as required to by law. The applicant may apply to Council for access and/or amendment of the information.
Cats and Dog Registration
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CATS
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FEE
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PENSIONER CONCESSION
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DOGS
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FEE
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PENSIONER CONCESSION
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Reduced Fees
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Reduced Fees
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Desexed/Microchipped Cat (first time registration)
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$33
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$16.50
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Desexed/Microchipped Dog (first time registration)
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$33
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$16.50
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Microchipped Cat kept for breeding
by the proprietor of a domestic animal business conducted on a registered premises
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$33
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$16.50
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Microchipped Dog kept for breeding
by the proprietor of a domestic animal business conducted on a registered premises
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$33
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$16.50
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Microchipped Cat registered with an applicable organisation
i.e. The Feline Control Council or Cat Fancy Australia and Victoria Inc., the Democratic Cat Council Inc. or any successor in law of one of those associations or breed society approved by Council.
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$33
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$16.50
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Microchipped Dog registered with an applicable organisation
i.e The Victorian Canine Association
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$33
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$16.50
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Microchipped Cat (renewal only)
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$33
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$16.50
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Microchipped Dog (renewal only)
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$33
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$16.50
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Domestic animal business conducted on registered premises
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$185
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n/a
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Maximum Fee
Microchipped restricted, menacing, declared dangerous dogs
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$93
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*PENSIONER CONCESSION
If you are the holder of a current Centrelink Pensioner Concession Card (eligible within the meaning of the State Concessions Act 1986) you are eligible for a %50 discount off your dog/cat registration fees(s). Please present your current card when paying. Please note that holders of Health Care Cards are not eligible for this discount.
Infringement Notice Penalties for Certain Offences
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Nature of infringement
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PENALTY
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Nature of infringement
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PENALTY
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Registered cat or dog not wearing council identification marker
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$61
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Dog or cat in a prohibited place
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$122
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Unregistered dog or cat wearing council identification marker
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$61
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Greyhound not adequately muzzled or not controlled by chain, cord or leash
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$183
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Person removing, altering or defacing identification marker
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$61
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Not complying with notice to abate nuisance
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$183
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Dog or cat on private property after notice served
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$61
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Dog at large or not securely confined at daytime
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$183
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Cat at large or not securely confined in restrictive district
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$61
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Dog at large or not securely confined at night
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$244
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Dog or cat creating a nuisance
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$61
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Failure to apply to register a dog or cat
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$244
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Designated dog unleashing and exercise areas
The Municipality has declared the following parks as “designated dog unleashing and exercise” areas.
MOE / NEWBOROUGH
College Park
Newborough, between Monash Road, Eastern Avenue and John Field Drive.
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Burrage Reserve
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MORWELL
Waterhole Creek Reserve West bank
Between O’Grady Street an the end of the reserve delineated by a tree line, being at the rear of 58 Beatty Cresent.
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CHURCHILL
Ashman Park
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TRARALGON
Burnettt Park
between Hickox Street and Dunbar Road.
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Contact Information
Any enquiries please contact our Local Laws team on 1300 367 700.
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