Lost and Impounded Dogs

If your dog has wandered off, it's important to understand why and take steps to prevent it from happening again.

Consider the following actions:

• Secure Your Fences: Make sure there are no gaps or areas your dog can dig under, and that the fence is high enough to prevent jumping.
• Remove Climbing Aids: Keep objects away from fences that your dog could use to jump over.
• Lock Gates and Roller Doors: Always keep them locked.
• Provide Enrichment: Keep your dog entertained while you’re away.

If the problem persists, consult an animal behaviorist or your vet.

Your Responsibility

As a dog owner, it’s your responsibility to keep your dog on your property to prevent nuisances or threats to others and avoid road hazards.

You can be held liable for your dog's actions if not properly secured. According to Section 43 of the Dog and Cat Management Act 1995, it is an offense for a dog to wander at large, and penalties apply.

If you find a dog wandering in the street or into your home, please contact the Council so we can check our database and return the dog to its owner quickly.

If the owner cannot be identified, a Ranger will collect the dog and scan for a microchip. If no owner is found, the dog will be cared for at our holding facility and eventually re-homed if necessary.

If your dog has been collected by Council and you cannot be contacted:

• Containment: Dogs are held in our containment area in individual shelters with dog runs, beds, and food.
• Contact: Call our Ranger Services Team at (08) 8408 0400 between 8:30 am and 5:00 pm any day. Weekend calls are diverted to our after-hours service.
• Pickup Location: Coventry Library, 63 Mount Barker Road, Stirling.

To claim your dog:

• Provide current identification.
• Ensure your dog's registration is up-to-date.
• Pay all impound fees.
• Be aware that expiations may also be issued.

There are currently no dogs impounded by Council, should your dog be missing please contact us on 8408 0400