Use this form to report an issue to the Shire of Dumbleyung. Please make sure you provide as much detail as possible in your report. Relevant officers from our team will investigate your report during business hours.

 

RANGER SERVICES

The Shire of Dumbleyung engages WA Contract Ranger Services, who visit fortnightly to patrol the area and respond to any reported issues.

Our Ranger manages animal control and bushfire risk reduction as part of their daily duties. They deal with reports of wandering dogs and livestock, Firebreak and Property Management Notice, parking and camping management, and snakes. Where possible, our Rangers aim to resolve problems via discussion and public education. 

The Ranger has a wide range of responsibilities, including:

• Enforcement of Local Laws

• Littering and dumping rubbish control

• Livestock control

• Cat and dog registration 

• Lost pets and dog attacks

• Working with local Emergency Services

  • Firebreak Inspections​

• Issuing of infringements

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ANIMALS AND PETS

​Pets are welcome in the Shire of Dumbleyung, and by observing a few guidelines and working with the Shire of Dumbleyung, you can enjoy your pets safely and securely.  In an effort to maintain the amenity of the area, the Shire of Dumbleyung has Local Laws controlling the keeping of animals, birds and poultry within the townsite. ​

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Shire of Dumbleyung Health Local Law 2022 - Keeping of Animals and Birds, Large Animals, Poultry and Pigeons, Piggeries

Health Local Law 2022

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LOST OR FOUND PETS

If you have lost your dog or cat you should notify the Shire as soon as possible. You will need to provide the following details;

• Your details

• Dog/Cat description

• Location your dog/cat went missing

• When you noticed your dog/cat missing.

Having you pet microchipped and registered will help identify them and reunite them with you quickly.

To report a lost or found dog please contact the Shire on (08) 9863 4012.

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RESPONSIBLE PET OWNER CHECKLIST

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MICROCHIPS

Microchipping of all dogs is compulsory 

• All dogs from three months of age must be microchipped

• All dogs must be microchipped prior to registration

• Any dog that is transferred to another owner must be microchipped or have the exisiting microchipped details updated

 

Please contact your local veterinarian for costs associated with microchipping.

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REGISTERING YOUR DOG OR CAT

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DANGEROUR DOGS

The following dogs are deemed to be dangerous:

• Argentinian Fighting Dogs

• Brazilian Fighting Dogs

• Japanese Tosas

• American Pit Bull Terriers

• Pit Bull Terrier Breeds

• Any dog of a mixed breed that visibly contains any of the above named breeds.​

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Owners of Dangerous Dogs MUST:

• Register the dog as 'dangerous'.

• Display the dangerous dog sign on all entrances to the property.

• Have a dangerous dog collar on their animal at all times.

• Muzzle and leash dogs when outside the property.

• Be over 18 years of age.​​​

 

OFF LEASH AREAS

​It is proven that regularly exercising and training your dog helps reduce boredom, barking, digging, aggressive behaviour and increases sociability.  The Shire of Dumbleyung encourages dog owners to exercise their dogs in the dog exercise areas located at Reserve 26634, Bartram Street Dumbleyung, Reserve 15882, corner of McKenzie and Wallis Street Moulyinning and Reserve 15948 corner of Collier Street and Scaddan Street Kukerin.  For more information please contact the Shire Administration Office.

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WANDERING DOGS

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The Shire of Dumbleyung may seize dogs found in public places and not held on a leash.  The Ranger may enter private property to seize a dog which has been wandering at large.  Dogs can be destroyed if unable to be caught or involved in an attack.

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Fact Sheet from Department of Local Government

Nuisance Barking Dogs

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Best Practice Guideline from Department Local Government

Identification, Investigation and Handling of Nuisance Dogs

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FINES AND PENALTIES

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Infringements can be imposed upon owners of dogs not complying with the Dog Act 1976.  Any of the infringements can be issued to the dog owner even if the dog has not been caught by the Ranger, so long as it has been sighted committing the offence by the Registered Officer.  Please refer to the Dog Act 1976, Dog Regulations 2013 and the Shire of Dumbleyung Dogs Local Law 2022 for a list of possible infringements.

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LIMITATION ON NUMBER OF DOGS

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Current legislation allows for property owners to keep a maximum of two (2) dogs within a townsite.  In some circumstances, residents may wish to keep more than the prescribed number; however, approval from Council is required.

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3.2  Limitation on number of dogs

 

2)  The limit on the number of dogs which may be kept on any premises is, for the purpose of section 26(4) of the Act, 2 dogs over the age of 3 months and the young of those dogs under that age.

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a)  2 dogs over the age of 3 months and the young of those dogs under that age if the premises are situated within a townsite; or

b)  6 dogs over the age of 3 months and the young of those dogs under that age if the premises are outside a townsite.

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MORE INFORMATION

• To report damaged regulatory signs contact Main Roads on (free call) 1800 800 009

• To report damaged or faulty street lights, contact Western Power on (free call) 1800 622 008

• To report injured wildlife or request information, call Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions on (08) 9474 9055

• To report animal cruelty, contact the RSPCA on (08) 9209 9300