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Pets and animals

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Where to walk your dogs

Where you can walk your dog around the shire, on and off lead.

Pet registration

You must register your dogs and cats with Council.

Dogs

Living with dogs in Surf Coast Shire.

Cats

Cat curfew and registration.

Animals allowed

The type and number of animals you can keep in residential areas.

Animal related penalties

Penalty amount for various animal related infringements.

Domestic Animal Management Plan

To help guide how people, dogs and cats in the Surf Coast Shire can live together in safety and harmony.

Injured wildlife

What to do if you find injured wildlife

Pets and emergencies

Animal Welfare Victoria helps pet owners plan ahead, prepare an emergency evacuation kit, and understand how to care for your pets during an emergency.

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