Pets are a wonderful addition to any family; however it is important to understand your responsibilities as a pet owner. Bundaberg Regional Council is a proud supporter of responsible pet ownership.
In 2008, the Queensland Government introduced the Animal Management (Cats and Dogs) Act 2008. The aim of this new Act is to establish a consistent approach to animal management in Queensland though mandatory identification and registration of cats and dogs. The Act promotes the responsible ownership of cats and dogs and provides the effective management of “regulated” dogs.
For more information regarding animal management in the Bundaberg Regional Council area, please click on the links below.
Dog Registration
Dog registrations are designed to promote responsible dog ownership.
Dog registration also provides safety and security to your dog, you and the community.
Registration of dogs helps Council reunite you and your dog should you be separated.
Dog Registration Information
Cat Registration
Cat registration is not a current requirement of Council, however Cat owners are obligated to abide by Councils Local Laws.
If you require any further information regarding Local Laws please our Local Laws & Subordinate Laws page here»,
or contact Council on 1300 883 699.
Cat Registration Information
Responsible Pet Ownership
How do I become a responsible pet owner?
- Register your cat and/or dog.
- Desex your cat or dog at an early age.
- Ensure your cat or dog is kept contained to your property at all times.
- Identify your cat or dog with a collar and tag, or a microchip.
- Provide clean, fresh water at all times.
- Cats or dogs that wander are in danger of being injured or killed by a car, impounded or stolen.
- Choosing a breed of dog or cat that is suitable to your home and lifestyle.
- Socialising your dog as a young puppy so it feels at ease around people and other animals and teaching it correct behaviour.
- Exercise your dog regularly. Always walk your dogs on a leash and under the control of a responsible person while in public places.
- Controlling barking dogs.
- Keeping your dog or cat healthy by ensuring that its vaccinations are up to date, and that it receives a healthy and balanced diet.
Benefits of Animal Registration
What are the benefits of Animal Registration?
- Ensures your compliance with state legislation and Council’s Local Laws.
- Promotes responsible pet ownership.
- Minimises euthanasia rates of unclaimed impounded cats or dogs.
- Having your dog or cat desexed will also reduce your registration fees
Regulated Dogs
The Animal Management (Cats and Dogs) Act 2008 enhances community safety through the introduction of statewide management of regulated dogs from 1 July 2009.
A regulated dog is a dog that is subject to legal regulations. There are three types of regulated dog in Queensland
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Declared Dangerous Dogs
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Declared Menacing Dogs
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Restricted Dogs
For further information regarding regulated dogs please contact Council's Health and Regulatory Services on 1300 883 699.
Dog on Beaches
For further information on where you can take your dogs walking along our beautiful coastline, and leash free areas, please visit our Animal control on beaches Page».
