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Companion Animals Policy

City of Sydney has adopted a Companion Animals Policy to promote responsible pet ownership. The City will manage companion animals through community education, improved facilities and equitable access to public parks for all residents and visitors.

The purpose of this policy is to:

  • Promote harmony and equitable access to parks and gardens.
  • Promote the rights and responsibilities of animals and their owners in balance with the rights and responsibilities of others in the community.
  • Encourage and reinforce responsible companion animal ownership
  • Establish guidelines for identifying sufficient, suitable off-leash parks for dog exercise.
  • Manage companion animal ownership through education and information using sanctions as a last resort.
  • Educate non-pet owners and children on animal behaviour and how to interact with other people’s pets.
  • Educate the general community about the benefits of pet ownership, particularly in relation to physical and emotional health of pet owners.

 

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Last Updated: Thursday 21 May, 2009

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