Numbers and excess animal

We limit which types of animals and how many of them you can keep.

Numbers of animals you can keep

Animal Maximum number

Dogs

2

Cats

2

Poultry

10

Pigeons and domestic birds

20

Guinea pigs

4

Domestic rabbits

4

Rooster

By excess animal permit only

If you want to keep extra animals, or goats, horses, roosters and other animals, you will need an excess animal permit.

The permit helps us to ensure that our animals are well kept in sanitary conditions, and to avoid conditions that may be offensive or dangerous to health of people on surrounding properties.

Getting an excess animal permit

Step 1.Consent

You will need to gain consent and provide signatures of your neighbours to indicate that they are aware of your application.

This reduces the likelihood of complaints such as barking dogs or wandering cats.

Step 2.Application

Complete an excess animal application(PDF, 187KB)

Step 3.Submission and payment

Send in the completed form with a cheque or money order for the $60.00 fee, or you can pay in person at our customer service centre.

Step 4.Inspection

We will inspect your property to make sure it is suitable for the type and number of animals you want to keep and to ensure they can be safely and hygienically housed.

We will let you know if your application has been approved.

Step 5.Microchip and register

You must microchip and register your dogs and cats with us.

Step 6.Renewal

Each year we will send you a letter reminding you to renew your permit by 1 June and how to do it.

Contact us

For more information about which animals you can keep and your excess animal permit, contact our Municipal Laws & Public Assets Team on 9490 4222.

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