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 Redland City Council has amended the laws that govern how we keep our pets. The law is focused primarily on domestic pet owners such as dogs and cats.
The following information outlines the main provision under Local Law No. 2 and provides you with examples of approved enclosures, identification and fencing for your pets.
It is Council’s goal to have our pets and wildlife co-existing in a safe and harmonious way. With a few amendments to this law, pet owners are given clear instructions how to keep their pets, while protecting the Redlands’ natural gifts.
Local Law 2
Redland City Council has amended the laws that govern how we keep our pets. The law is focused primarily on domestic pet owners such as dogs and cats.
The following information outlines the main provision under Local Law No. 2 and provides you with examples of approved enclosures, identification and fencing for your pets.
It is Council’s goal to have our pets and wildlife co-existing in a safe and harmonious way. With a few amendments to this law, pet owners are given clear instructions how to keep their pets, while protecting the Redlands’ natural gifts.

Local Law 2 documents
These are the law documents on Animal Management LL2. The Local Law 2 (amendment) was gazetted on 16 November 2007 and the Subordinate Local Law on 28 March 2012.


Cats
Cats are popular pets in the Redlands. We wish to encourage responsible pet ownership, effectively manage cats and enhance community safety.
Redland City Council has laws and regulations (Local Law 2) concerning animals. It is an offence to keep more than two cats on any property; to allow pets to wander onto public or other private property; or to keep unregistered cats or dogs. Failure to abide by these laws and regulations may lead to your pet being impounded and you could be fined. For more information, refer to Council's Local Laws.  
All cats are required to be registered with Council. Once registered, a registration tag will be provided for you to attach to your cat’s collar. From 1 July 2010, full registration fees apply to all cats. You will be fined if you don’t register your cat. Click here for details on how to register your cat.  
If you want to own a third cat, you have to apply for a permit. Download a Third Animal Permit from Animals - Forms to Download.  
To protect our local wildlife, we encourage that you confine your cat at night. Cats are most active at night, and especially at dusk and dawn. This coincides with activity periods for much of our Australian wildlife, placing native animals at risk. Pets can, and do, kill wildlife. Learn more about cats and wildlife.
Stray cats will be sent to Animal Shelter where they will be held for a short period. If you have lost your pet, contact the Animal Shelter.

Dogs
Dogs are man’s best friend and we all want to be good and responsible owners. As an owner, you should take care of the well being of your dog, ensure it is quiet, keep it within your property and remove your dog’s droppings from public places. 
Redland City Council has laws and regulations (Local Law 2) concerning animals. For more information, refer to Council's Local Laws. 
You must register your dog in the Redlands and ensure that current registration tags are attached to your dog’s collar at all times. You can get online, post the registration form or go in person to Redland City Council's customer service counters. Click here for details how to register your dog. 
You can get a discount if your dog is desexed or microchipped. Learn more about desexing your pet.
You cannot have more than two dogs on a property. If you want to own a third dog, you have to apply for a permit. Download a Third Animal Permit from Animals - Forms to Download. 
Stray dogs will be sent to Animal Shelter where they will be held for a short period. If you have lost your pet, contact the Animal Shelter. 
More information for dog owners:
  • Your responsibilities 
    As a dog owner, you are responsible for your dog. This includes feeding, grooming, walking, registering and controlling it.
  • Barking dogs 
    If your dog barks it can affect you, your family and others in the neighbourhood.
  • Dangerous dogs 
    Attacks by dogs on humans or other animals are extremely serious. If you or your animal are attacked, contact us on ph 3829 8999 or after hours on ph 3829 8633.
  • Dog off-leash areas 
    There are many dog off-leash areas around the Redlands.
  • Dogs and wildlife 
    The Redlands is home to many species of protected wildlife, including koalas. If your dog or cat is not supervised it can threaten the safety of our native animals.
  • Make a den for your dog 
    If you need to confine your dog, a den is very useful. A laundry, tool room or bathroom is often ideal.
  • Tick seasonCheck your dogs regularly to ensure they are free from ticks.

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