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Some people in the community may not share a love of dogs, so it is important to respect their space and right to use public areas - at no point should the actions of your dog impede other people’s enjoyment.
Your Council is committed to encouraging responsible pet ownership to benefit the entire community.
Caboolture | Pine Rivers | Redcliffe
Caboolture
Dogs must be registered from three months of age. Registration is for the period 1 July to 30 June each year. Pro-rated fees may apply for dogs register within this period.
Restrictions apply to the number of dogs that may be kept as of right on properties of certain sizes or zonings. Permits may be obtained to keep additional dogs in excess to these limits. See the table below for details:
| Property zone / size |
Maximum |
| Residential (599sqm or less) |
1 dog (max. 2 with permit) |
| Residential (600sqm or more) |
2 dogs |
| Rural Residential (5000sqm or less) |
2 dogs (max. 4 with permit) |
| Rural Residential (more than 5000sqm) |
4 dogs (more with permit) |
| Rural |
4 dogs (more with permit) |
Dogs must be kept under control and effectively enclosed within the property. Dogs found wandering will be impounded. Owners need to be particularly aware of the danger that dogs can pose to koalas during the breeding season (September to March).
No dogs are permitted in wader bird roosts located at:
- Kakadu Beach, Bribie Island
- Buckley’s Hole, Bribie Island
- The Esplanade (southern end), Toorbul
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Pine Rivers
All dogs within the district, other than those held in kennels, must be registered. The registrations apply annually from the age of three (3) months and registered dogs must wear their registration tag at all times.
To register your dog:
- Fill out the Animal registration form
[PDF 120KB]
- If you need assistance contact Councils call centre
- Drop the form into the customer service centre
Pets are a wonderful addition to any family, however it is important to understand your responsibilities as a pet owner. Keeping animals other than the specified number of dogs or cats on your property, may require a permit from the Council.
Reciprocal dog registration
The following Councils have agreed to provide reciprocal dog registration for Pine Rivers residents:- Beaudesert, Gold Coast, Ipswich, Caboolture and Redcliffe.
If a dog is registered with one of the above Councils (copy of registration to be provided), the dog owner completes a dog registration form (no fee is required) and is issued with a registration tag. The expiry date is the same as the previous registration from the participating Council.
Dog nuisances
Local Law 42 Animal Control (below) provides a general provision that animals must not cause a nuisance. Nuisance behaviour can include:
- owner failing to clean up after the animal defecates in public
- chasing or acting aggressively towards any other person or animal
- where in the opinion of Council the dog is not under effective control
- barking to such an extent that disturbs other residents
Penalties
The penalties under the Local Law have been substantially increased. In keeping with other legislation the penalties are described as Penalty Units and are set at two levels for a range of offences. For lesser offences a maximum of 20 Penalty units apply ($1,500.00). For more serious offences the magistrate may apply up to 50 Penalty Units ($3,750.00).
Where a matter is dealt with by an authorised officer on behalf of Council a penalty of between $75.00 and $375.00 may be imposed. Prosecution is considered only as a last resort.
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Redcliffe
Up to two dogs may be kept without a special Council permit. Dogs are generally not allowed on beach areas, however the Council has set aside certain foreshore and park areas for exercising dogs. Dogs must be under the control of owners at all times - especially in public places.
Registering your animal demonstrates your commitment to responsible pet ownership. If your animal is lost or found, having your animal registered greatly improves the chance of it being reunited with you and your family.
Registration requirements
- All dogs in Redcliffe District MUST be registered.
- Dogs must be registered when you acquire the dog or within 28 days of moving to Redcliffe District, that includes puppies
- Puppies over three months of age must be registered
- Registration needs to be renewed by June 30 each year
- Renewal notices are sent to all registered dog owners at the end of May
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