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My legal responsibilities as a dog owner
From Department of Rural and Community Development
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From Department of Rural and Community Development
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Last updated on
Additional controls apply to the following breeds and type of dog (or strains or crosses of these breeds or type of dogs):
When in a public place, these dogs must be securely muzzled and kept on a strong chain or leash (maximum 2 metres in length) by a person over 16 years of age who is capable of controlling the dog.
Suspected cases of dog cruelty or animal welfare concerns should be reported to: