Animals
The City of Sydney recognises that pets are an enormous source of pleasure and companionship for many people. We welcome and encourage responsible pet ownership in the Local Government Area.
Animal Complaints
The City's approach to handling excessive barking and other problems associated with domestic pets.
Change of Owner/Details
How to change ownership details when a cat or dog is sold or given away.
Companion Animals Act
The NSW Government legislation that governs the responsibilites of those who own a companion animal such as a cat or dog.
Companion Animals Policy
The Companion Animals Policy contains information about responsible pet management for the benefit of the whole community.
Deceased Pets
Instructions on what to do should your pet die.
Dining out with dogs
Information about an amendment to the law which now permits dogs to accompany owners to outdoor dining establishments.
Hendra Virus
Links to further information and factsheets.
Off-Leash Areas
Specially designated areas where people can walk and exercise their dogs in the City of Sydney Local Government Area.
Pet Desexing
Information about pet desexing.
Pet Education
Pet ownership makes an enormous difference in people's lives, and parks where the public can gather with their pets draw people together, build community and break down isolation.
Pet Identification and Lifetime Registration
Everything you need to know about registering your pet with the City of Sydney.
Restricted Breeds and Declared Dangerous Dogs
Legal and procedural Information for residents on Restricted Breeds and Declared Dangerous Dogs.
Stray Animals, Missing Pets and Animals in need of New Homes
Information about the Sutherland Shire Animal Shelter regarding owned impounded animals and pets in need of new homes.
Further Sources of Information
Useful information for pet owners provided by other organisations.
