Dogs

CARING FOR YOUR DOG

If you need more advice or would like to adopt a dog from the Glenfield Road Animal Shelter you can contact the Animal Management Rangers on (02) 6932 9051.

It is important when choosing a dog that you decide on a breed that is suitable to your lifestyle and home. If you are unsure as to what breed is suitable for you and your family speak with the Animal Management Rangers for advice.

As a dog owner, it is your responsibility to make sure your dog is healthy, safe, well cared for and does not create a nuisance in your neighbourhood.

Ensure your dog has a collar with a tag showing your contact phone number.

Unless you are planning to breed your dog, have it desexed to avoid any unwanted litters.

OFF LEASH AREAS

There are six designated off leash areas around Wagga Wagga, including an enclosed agility track. These are the only areas dogs are allowed off leash in public.

  • Existing fenced dog run area located at Narrung Street on the southern Boundary of the Wiradjuri Golf Centre driving range.
  • Eastern side of Wilks Park North Wagga Wagga, area bounded by south of Parken Pregon Lagoon - east of Hampden Avenue and north of Central Island Road.
  • Boat Club Reserve Lake Albert, between Plumpton Road and Boat Club Carpark on the southern side of Nelson Road.
  • Willans Hill, area bounded by east of Captain Cook Drive - south of Beauty Point Avenue and all of Willans Hill Reserve south of Leavenworth Drive.
  • O'Halloran Agility Park.
  • Forest Hill; The area at the intersection of Cypress St & Kurrajong Ave & adjoining the western side of Wagga Wagga RAAF base.

OFF LEASH AREAS RULES AND GUIDELINES

  • Area is only available for use in daylight hours
  • You must have control of your dog at all times. Even though it is off leash area, you must prevent it from harassing, attacking and chasing other people or animals. Any attacks may result in a Dangerous Dog Declaration being placed on your dog & you may be liable for any damages.
  • All faeces must be picked up and placed in the waste bins provided
  • Your dog must be wearing a collar with identification tags and be lifetime registered.
  • Declared Dangerous Dogs and Restricted Breeds are prohibited to be off leash in an off leash area.
  • Where the areas are fenced, wheeled recreational devices and motor vehicles are prohibited.
  • Any breach of these requirements could result in infringements being issued to owner and/or dog being impounded.

BARKING DOG COMPLAINTS

If you have a complaint regarding your neighbour's dog barking the following steps are recommended:

  • Approach the dog's owner and state your case clearly and politely, chances are they are unaware their dog's barking is bothering you.
  • If the dog's owner is unapproachable or does not agree that a problem exists, you can contact Community Justice on 1800 650 987, or email them on cjc_southern@agd.nsw.gov.au. This service is free, confidential and voluntary.
  • If non of these methods work, contact Council's Regulatory Services on (02) 6932 9051.

HOW DOES COUNCIL DEAL WITH BARKING DOG COMPLAINTS?

Council takes the following steps after receiving a complaint about a barking dog:

  • The owner is advised of the complaint and offer advice on how to curb the dog's barking
  • If further complaints are received, a Noise Monitor Sheet will be sent to the complainant
  • Once the sheet is returned to Council and shows the dog's barking is still at an unacceptable level, a Nuisance Order may be placed on the dog which stays in place for six months.
  • Should the dog continue to bark, Rangers may issue fines to the value of $220.
  • Further non-compliance may see the owner of the dog prosecuted by the local court (a request for the removal of the dog from the property may be sought).