Kingston's Domestic Animal Management Plan (2026 - 2029)
Let’s get tails wagging and whiskers twitching, and help Kingston shape the future for our furry friends!
We’re renewing our Domestic Animal Management Plan (DAMP), which serves as a guide to manage domestic animal services in the Council, and we want to make sure it’s paws-itively perfect!
Your feedback earlier this year helped us write the Draft Plan and now we want to hear from you - did we get it right?
A DAMP outlines services, programs, and policies relating to animal management, animal welfare, responsible pet ownership, relevant Local Laws, and community education. Some of the areas covered include desexing and microchipping, effective control of dogs in public areas, dog on- and off-leash areas, nuisance dogs and cats, barking dogs, cat confinement, and the collection and disposal of animal excrement.
Help create an environment where people and pets can peacefully and safely co-exist within our community—have your say!
Whether you own a cat or dog, or you don’t, this plan affects all residents, and we’d love to hear from you.
How to share feedback
1. Take part in our quick online survey, via the link below.
2. Make a further submission by emailing us at email@kingston.vic.gov.au, mailing PO Box 1000 Mentone, calling 1300 653 356 or visiting kingston.vic.gov.au/contact-us.
3. Drop in at a pop-up community consultation:
- Kingston Farmers Market
8am-12pm Saturday 6 September - Clarinda Community Centre
10am-12pm Wednesday 10 September - Bonbeach Farmer's Market
8.30am-12.30pm Sunday 14 September - Westall Community Hub
9.15am-11.45am Thursday 18 September - Patterson Lakes Community Centre
10am-1pm Saturday 20 September - Karkarook Park Park Run
7am-10am Saturday 27 September
Consultation will close Tuesday 30 September 2025
