Coronavirus community information

In the best interest of the safety and health of the Hobsons Bay community and in line with government requirements, Council has closed all library branches, Council’s Customer Service front counter, and cancelled all Council delivered face to face public events and community consultations until further notice.

For full details, visit www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/Coronavirus

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Pets & Animals

Animal & Pet Permits

There are restrictions on the number of animals or birds you can keep

Barking dogs

Barking is a natural behaviour for dogs, but excessive barking can become a nuisance to neighbours.

Cat cages

Hobsons Bay residents can borrow cat cages from Council in order to safely and responsibly capture stray and nuisance cats.

Dog attacks

A dog attack can mean either a dog bites you or your pet causing harm or a dog chases or rushes at you or another person aggressively.

Dog off-leash locations

There are several parks and reserves in Hobsons Bay where dogs are allowed off-leash.

Pest control

Council's Public Health Unit provides information and advice on pest control.

Snakes, bees and wasps

Information about dealing with snakes, bees and wasps on public land.

Pet Registration

All cats and dogs over the age of three months must be registered with Council.

Cat & Kitten Facility

Hobsons Bay is committed to re-homing stray and unwanted cats and kittens found throughout our municipality in cases where they are unable to be reunited with their owners.