Community
15 November, 2026
New plan for pet ownership
MOYNE Shire Council has adopted a four year management plan to further support responsible pet ownership.
At its ordinary meeting last Tuesday week, council adopted the Domestic Animal Management Plan 2026-2029.
This plan sets out how it will support responsible pet ownership, animal welfare and safe, harmonious communities over the next four years.
The plan recognises that responsible ownership, effective animal management and community education all play a role in ensuring pets and people can safely share public spaces.
Mayor Cr Jordan Lockett said the plan would help guide council’s approach to domestic animal management while recognising the responsibilities that come with owning a pet.
“Pets are an important part of family life for many people across Moyne, but responsible ownership also means considering the safety and wellbeing of other people and animals in our community,” Cr Lockett said.
“Our plan provides a framework for council to support responsible pet ownership, respond to local issues and help make our towns and public spaces safe and welcoming for everyone.”
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The four-year plan outlines council’s strategic approach to domestic animal management and provides a basis for ongoing work by council’s local laws and animal management teams.
Under Victorian legislation, councils are required to prepare a Domestic Animal Management Plan every four years.
The plan must address the management of dogs and cats, including responsible ownership and the administration and enforcement of relevant requirements.
The Domestic Animal Management Plan 2026–2029 will guide council’s work in this area through to 2029.
For more information, visit the Moyne Shire Council website.
