Dogs

Exercise Areas

The four major provisions of the Dog Local Law 2011 regarding dog exercise areas include:

• the permitted dog exercise areas on and off lead in Sir James Mitchell Park have been increased
• dogs are now required to be on a lead within five metres of the edge of playing fields being used for organised sporting or other permitted activities
• dogs are now required to be on a lead within five metres of children’s playgrounds
• dogs are now permitted in prohibited areas such as Sir James Mitchell Park and Neil McDougall Park if on a lead and restricted to footpaths, walkways and bridges.

The Dog Local Law 2011 can be viewed under Local Laws.

The map below outlines the new dog exercise areas throughout the City of South Perth. Keep an eye out for new signage on the City’s ovals and reserves.

Map

Laws

The Dog Act 1976 contains provisions about the keeping and control of dogs. The City allows you to keep no more than two dogs over the age of three months.

A police officer or City inspector may impound any dog found wandering unrestrained in any public place other than a designated dog exercise area.

If your dog escapes from your property, you may be liable for any damage or injury caused.

You may also be prosecuted if your dog chases or attacks any person, animal or bird when the dog is out of their control.

Registration

You must register your dog with the City of South Perth. If your dog is currently registered with another local government, you can transfer the registration to the City free of charge. If your dog is sterilised, registration will be charged at a reduced rate. 

Download the Dog Registration Form.

For more information, contact the City on 9474 0777.