The Domestic Animal Management (DAM) Plan is a four year plan that outlines how we manage dogs, cats, and other pets in Banyule. It promotes responsible pet ownership and the welfare of these animals, while also protecting the community and the environment from nuisance pets.
Why is this project important?
- To minimise the risk of dog attacks on people and animals.
- To encourage pet owners to register their dogs and cats so that their animals can be easily identified.
- To identify dangerous dogs, menacing dogs and restricted breed dogs to keep the community safe.
- To investigate ways to reduce the chance for dogs and cats to create a nuisance.
- To prevent over-population and high euthanasia rates of domestic animals.
- To support pet owners to take responsibility for their pet’s behaviour.
Our Approach
Every four years, Councils are required by legislation to review their Domestic Animal Management Plan.
Banyule's new draft four-year Domestic Animal Management Plan 2025-2029 details the domestic animal services provided to the community, the qualifications and training of staff, and the programs and strategies Council will use to promote responsible pet ownership and reduce animal attacks and nuisance throughout the municipality.
