Dog and Cat Management
DOG AND CAT MANAGEMENT ACT AND REGULATIONS
Councils in South Australia are responsible for the administration and enforcement of provisions under the Dog and Cat Management Act 1995. The Act provides powers and functions for councils to manage day to day enforcement of the legislative provisions for responsible management of dogs and cats in the community.
Dog and Cat Management Act 1995
Dog and Cat Management Regulations 2017
Animal management involves the control and regulation of pets (otherwise called companion animals) by Local Government. It is a community management service that pursues a two objectives:
- Minimise public pet nuisance and thereby maximise community pet benefit.
- Promote a municipal environment of responsible and considerate animal ownership.
Roxby Downs' Animal Management Plan 2022-2027 is in effect.
Download a copy of the current Animal Management Plan 2022-2027
DOG AND CAT MANAGEMENT BOARD OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA
The Dog and Cat Management Board is established under the Act to plan for, promote and provide advice about the effective management of dogs and cats throughout South Australia.
For more information about the Dog and Cat Management Board, please visit their website: www.dogandcatboard.com.au.