Animal Management

Blackall-Tambo Regional Council is committed to supporting responsible pet ownership and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the community, animals, and the local environment.

Pet owners play an important role in helping maintain a safe and respectful community by ensuring their animals are properly cared for, controlled, and managed in accordance with Council’s Local Laws.

Key Responsibilities for Pet Owners

Pet owners are reminded to:

  • Ensure dogs are registered and microchipped as required by legislation
  • Keep animals securely contained within their property
  • Prevent pets from wandering or causing a nuisance
  • Keep dogs under effective control when in public spaces
  • Clean up after pets and minimise impacts on neighbours

Animal Registration and Identification

All dogs over 12 weeks of age must be registered with Council and microchipped. Registration helps Council reunite lost pets with their owners and supports the delivery of animal management services across the region.

Discounted registration fees apply for desexed dogs.

Community Safety

All pet owners must ensure their animals do not pose a risk to people or other animals. Dogs that display aggressive behaviour or are involved in attacks may be subject to enforcement action under relevant legislation.

Wandering Animals

Animals found wandering may be collected and held by Council. It is the responsibility of pet owners to ensure adequate fencing or control measures are in place to prevent animals from roaming.

If your pet goes missing, contact Council as soon as possible to arrange collection. Fees may apply for the release of animals.

Reporting Animal Issues

Residents can report wandering animals or animal-related concerns through Council’s website or via the Snap Send Solve app

Report to Council

Emergencies

For any life-threatening situation or serious injury, always call 000 first.

Council Officers are available to assist with animal management matters, including the collection of wandering animals, once the issue has been formally reported. 

Learn More

For further information on animal management requirements, including permits, local laws and responsible pet ownership, please visit Council’s website or contact our Council Offices on (07) 4621 6600

 

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