Pets

Information on animal welfare, dog and cat laws, pet ownership and Domestic Animal Services

Lost, Found, Impounded and Wanted Dogs
What to do if you have lost or found a dog or cat in the ACT. Including a Lost, Found and Impounded list..
Domestic Animal Services
DAS regulate the requirements of the Domestic Animal Act 2000, by investigating dog attacks, animal nuisance matters, dog registrations, exercise maps, dog licence’s, injured domestic animals, impounded dogs, lost/found animals and sale of dogs.
Fees and Charges
A list of fees and charges including Domestic Animal Services.
Where can I take my dog?
Provides information on dog exercise areas and dogs prohibited areas in Canberra.
Keeping Dogs in the ACT
Polices and regulations for owners of dogs including: registration, de-sexing, requirements for keeping 4 or more dog, Dog tags, infringements and animal nuisances..
Keeping Cats in the ACT
Policies and regulations for owners of cats.
Animal Welfare
Find out more about Animal Welfare in the ACT. This information includes Animal Welfare, Codes of Practice, Animal Welfare Legislation.
Volunteer Dog Walkers at DAS
Information and newsletters for the DAS Volunteer Dog Walkers.
Avain Paramyxovirus Information
Avain Paramyxovirus Information.