In May 2021 we asked our community to share their thoughts around responsible pet ownership. Based on this feedback, we have developed a new draft Domestic Animal Management Plan. This is a legislated document all Victorian Councils are required to produce every four years.
The draft Domestic Animal Management Plan will help us balance the needs of pet owners with the needs of the rest of our community.
The Plan outlines the Shire's approach to animal management services, programs and strategies across the Peninsula over the next four years. Our proposed focus will be, among others, on:
- communication around responsible pet ownership
- promoting compliance and enhancing education
- improving animal welfare outcomes
- supporting a consistent approach to leash free and dog prohibited areas
- increasing pet registration and opportunities for lost pets to be reunited with their owners
- decreasing dog waste in public places
- reducing dog attacks.
A summary of the proposed key actions and initiatives can be found on pages 5 to 7 of the Plan.
We want to hear from you. Whether you own a pet or not, we encourage you to provide your feedback on the draft Plan to help us understand what's important to you. Your input will help shape the final Plan.
Community consultation opens Wednesday 25 August and closes Wednesday 22 September 2021.
HOW TO PROVIDE YOUR FEEDBACK
Online
- Download the draft Plan and provide feedback at mornpen.vic.gov.au/damp
- Hard copies of the draft plan and feedback forms are available on request. Call Customer Service on 5950 1000.
