Community clean-up underway.

Pets and livestock

To report a dog attack or roaming animal, call us at any time on 02 6670 2400.

To report other animal problems, such as a barking dog, use the online form.

We all love our animals, from native species to cats and dogs. Let's make sure we can enjoy our pets while protecting the environment.

Concerned about the welfare of an animal? Report a case of animal cruelty online or over the phone with RSPCA New South Wales.

Can't find your pet? We do everything we can to reunite lost pets with their owners, see impounded and lost pets.

Pet owners

Dogs and cats must be registered and microchipped by 12 weeks of age.
Dogs must be controlled by a lead in public - unless in one of the approved off-leash areas.
When at home, dogs must be contained within the owner's property.

Find out about the new Pound and Rehoming Centre, how to collect an impounded animal or report a lost pet.

How to microchip and register your cat or dog.

Find out about being a responsible dog owner, where you can walk off-leash and what to do with barking or dangerous dogs.

Find out about being a responsible cat owner, tips for keeping your cat indoors and how to report a stray or roaming cat.

Rules for keeping livestock and other animals.

Please report dingo sightings in National Parks to National Parks and Wildlife Service on 02 6670 8600.

Dingo sightings on any other land should be reported to North Coast Local Land Services on 1300 795 299 or 02 6621 2317.

Rabbits are a popular pet but must be housed securely.

Wild populations of previously domestic rabbits are causing big problems. These rabbits have escaped or been dumped by their owners.

Find out more about rabbits and what to consider if you're thinking about before buying one.