Pet rules and public places

The local rules for dogs, cats and their owners give our animal friends space to roam while keeping everyone safe in streets, parks and public places.

Select the type of pet to learn about how they need to be cared for and where they can and can't go.

Dogs in public places

Learn about how dogs need to be cared for and where they can and can't go throughout Banyule.

Cats in public places

Learn about how cats need to be cared for and where they can and can't go throughout Banyule.

The full text of the rules can be found in the Council Order made in 2024 for the Control of Dogs and Cats(PDF, 79KB), effective 1 February 2025.