Domestic Animal Management Plan (DAMP) 2026-2029

We’re reviewing animal management in Manningham and seeking your input on the priorities for managing dogs and cats.

All Victorian councils are required to develop a Domestic Animal Management Plan (DAMP) every four years under the Domestic Animals Act 1994.

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.

Have your say

The draft Domestic Animal Management Plan (DAMP) 2026-2029 has been prepared to reflect what you told us about animal management.

It outlines a range of actions that will be delivered over the next 4 years, such as:

• expanding awareness and education on responsible pet ownership
• supporting an improved compliance process and enforcement
• enhancing infrastructure such as bins, taps and fencing in public spaces.

You can view the draft Domestic Animal Management Plan (DAMP) 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.