Domestic Animal Management Plan 2026-2029

We’re reviewing our Domestic Animal Management Plan (DAMP) and seeking your input on the priorities for managing dogs and cats in Manningham.

All Victorian councils are required to develop a plan every four years under the Domestic Animals Act 1994.

Your feedback will help inform the Domestic Animal Management Plan 2026-2029.

The DAMP provides a framework for how Council manages pets and supports their owners. It guides how we protect the welfare of cats and dogs, while enhancing their safety and quality of life in our community.

Residents are invited to provide feedback on several key areas, including:

• Registration and identification of dogs and cats
• Nuisance dogs and cats
• Dog aggression and attacks
• Dog walking in Manningham
• Lost and found animals

Have your say

Thanks to everyone who shared their thought on animal management in Manningham during our June consultation.

Feedback highlighted several key themes, including more education, stronger enforcement, improved amenities and concerns around nuisance behavior and roaming pets. The draft plan has been updated to reflect what you told us.

View the draft Domestic Animal Management Plan 2026 -2029 and share your feedback by 5:00pm on Thursday 16 October.

Take the survey

Need this information in a different way?

To speak to someone or complete the survey in your preferred language, please call 9840 9355.

If you would like this information in a different format, please contact manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au or call 9840 9333

View the Domestic Animal Management Plan 2021-2025.