Thursday, March 14, 2024

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Mackay and Whitsunday Life

Did you Know? Burdekin Shire Council

Did you know that the Burdekin Shire Council has a comprehensive set of animal regulations?

Council’s animal regulations are designed to protect the health and safety of animals and people and to promote responsible pet ownership and community harmony. There are local laws that specify the minimum standards for keeping different types of animals, such as birds, poultry, horses, cows, sheep, goats, and more. Depending on the size of your property and the number of animals you want to keep, you may need to apply for an approval from Council.

Residents are required to have all dogs and cats over the age of 3 months registered and microchipped. There are strict conditions on owners who breed dogs, those who have dangerous dogs and restricted dog breeds. Council also offers a subsidised dog and cat desexing program, to assist residents in preventing unwanted or additional animals. 

More information on desexing your pet, barking dogs, impounded animals and other pet and animal related issues can be found on Council’s website. You can also find out more about the animal regulations by visiting: burdekin.qld.gov.au/animal-regulations.

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