Regulations for Dangerous Dogs in Australia

In WA – Western Australia, Dangerous Dogs are required to be microchipped within 7 days after declaration while Restricted Breed Dogs are required to do the same within 30 days after they have reached 3 months of age.
 

NSW – New South Wales Dangerous Dog Regulations

The Companion Animals Act 1998 and Companion Animals Regulation 2008 in NSW – New South Wales states that all dog owners with Dangerous Dogs must comply with regulatory requirements.

Dangerous Dog Collar NSW – New South Wales

Dangerous Dogs in NSW – New South Wales are required to wear a Dangerous Dog Collar at all times. There are 3 size options to choose from.

• Width (Collar Length) – Weight of Dog:
• 25mm (26cm – 38cm) – 20kg and Below
• 40mm (44cm – 59cm) – 20kg to 40kg
• 50mm (56cm – 77cm) – 41kg or More

Dangerous Dog Sign NSW – New South Wales

Dangerous Dog Signs in NSW – New South Wales must be placed at every entrance to the property to warn the public of a Dangerous Dog and at every gate of the dangerous dog’s enclosure. The sign must be made of durable material for it to last, it must measure 400mm x 400mm square, it must contain an image of a dangerous dog and the text “Warning Dangerous Dog” on it.

Dog Muzzle for Dangerous Dogs in NSW – New South Wales

In NSW – New South Wales, whenever the Dangerous Dog or the Menacing Dog is out of its enclosure and in a public place, a Dog Muzzle strong enough to prevent the dog from biting must be worn at all times.

Enclosure for Dangerous Dogs NSW – New South Wales
A Dangerous Dog in NSW – New South Wales must be kept in a prescribed enclosure within 3 months after the dog has been declared. The regulations require the enclosure to meet the following requirements.

• A completely enclosed area, constructed in a way that prevents escape over, under or through it.
• Disables other people from gaining access without the help of the dog owner.
• Must not allow access to children.
• It does not require people to pass through to get to other parts of the property.
• Minimum dimensions of 1.8m height x 1.8m width.
• Area of 10m2 minimum for each dangerous dog.
• Walls must be fixed to the floor with a max gap of 50mm.
• Enclosure material must either be brick, timber, iron, other solid materials or mesh that complies with regulations or a combination of these materials.
• Sealed concrete floor graded to a drain.
• Self-closing latch and a Dangerous Dog Warning Sign on each gate.

Desexing Dangerous Dogs NSW – New South Wales

The New South Wales government requires that all Dangerous Dogs and Menacing Dogs must be neutered within 28 days after the declaration to ensure that aggressive behavior is reduced.
 

VIC – Victoria Dangerous Dogs Regulations

The Victorian government under the Domestic Animals Act 1994 and the Domestic Animals Regulations 2015 demands all dog owners with Dangerous Dogs to comply with regulations or face penalties that could amount to thousands of dollars.

Dangerous Dog Collar for VIC – Victoria

There are 2 recommended sized of Dangerous Dog Collars in VIC – Victoria. This Dangerous Dog Collar is coloured red and yellow diagonal stripes. At least one of the colours is reflective to easily identify a Dangerous Dog in the dark.
 

Dangerous Dog Sign for VIC – Victoria

According to Dangerous Dog Regulations in VIC – Victoria, a Dangerous Dog Sign must be placed at all entrances to the property where a Dangerous Dog is kept. A specific design is required by the regulation and must only be used for Dangerous Dogs.

• Must be made if durable metal.
• Square at 400mm x 400mm.
• Similar to the red Dangerous Dog Sign below.
• At least 1 reflective colour.

Restricted Breed Dog Sign for VIC – Victoria

Restricted Breed Dogs in VIC – Victoria gets its own special warning sign design. The regulation requires it to be rectangular in shape measuring 10cm x 30cm, made of durable material and contains at least 1 reflective colour.

Dog Muzzle for Dangerous Dogs in VIC – Victoria

A strong enough Dog Muzzle for Dangerous Dog in VIC – Victoria must be worn by the dog all the time whenever it is in a public place to prevent it from biting.

Dangerous Dog Enclosure in VIC – Victoria
An enclosure is a regulatory requirement for Dangerous Dogs and Restricted Breed Dogs in VIC – Victoria. They must be kept in a prescribed enclosure at all times whenever the dog is inside the owner’s property where the dog is usually kept. The enclosure must meet the following requirements.

• Measures 1.8m (h) x 1.8m (w)
• 10m2 area for each dog.
• Weatherproof sleeping area for each dog.
• Completely enclosed
• Fixed walls with a 50mm gap maximum.
• The material must either be brick, timber, iron, other solid materials or mesh that complies with regulations or a combination of these materials.
• Concrete floor, graded to a drain.
• Secured gate with a lock.

QLD – Queensland Dangerous Dog Regulations

Under the Animal Management (Cats and Dogs) Act 2008 and the Animal Management (Cats and Dog) Regulation 2009, the Queensland government demands these requirements from dog owners with Dangerous, Menacing and Restricted Breed Dogs.

Unique Identifying Dog Tag for Dangerous Dogs in QLD – Queensland

All Dangerous, Menacing and Restricted Breed Dogs are required by regulation to wear a collar at all times with an attached prescribed Identifying Dog Tag. The Dog Tag is must meet the following requirements according to regulation:

• The material must be Metal or Plastic
• Must be Disc Shaped or Round
• Must have a Yellow Background
• At least 25mm in Diameter
• Contains the words “Regulated Dog”
• Must contain a 24 Hour Contact Number
• The information must be Engraved and Legible

Sufficiently Secure Dog Muzzle for Dangerous Dogs in QLD – Queensland

A Dog Muzzle that is sufficiently secure and durable for Dangerous, Menacing and Restricted Breed Dogs must always be worn whenever the dog is not at its home or enclosure. A secured Dog Muzzle is required by regulation to ensure that the dog may not cause injury to other humans or animals by biting.

QLD – Queensland Dangerous Dogs Prescribed Enclosure

A prescribed enclosure must be installed on the premises where the dog will be kept. The enclosure must meet certain regulations to ensure the safety of the public and any persons on the premises.

• It must not be located in an area where people must pass through to get to other places in the premises.
• The total enclosed area must be at least 10m2.
• Walls must be at least 1m high for dogs 8kg and below and 1.8m for dogs 8kg and up.
• Must be made of firm and strong materials.
• Must be childproof.
• The gate must be self-closing and self-latching.
• Must include a weatherproof area for the dog.

Warnings Signs for Dangerous, Menacing and Restricted Breed Dogs in QLD – Queensland

The state of Queensland under the Animal Management (Cats and Dogs) Act 2008 and the Animal Management (Cats and Dogs) Regulation 2009, requires all dog owners with Dangerous, Menacing and Restricted Breed Dogs to install prescribed dog warning signs at each entrance of the premises where the dog is ordinarily kept. The signs must comply with the following requirements:

• Measures 360mm (h) x 260mm (w)
• Made of Firm and Strong Materials.
• Must have a Yellow Background and Black Border
• Must contain the words ‘BEWARE – DANGEROUS DOG’ for Dangerous Dogs measuring 50mm (h)
• Must contain the words ‘BEWARE – MANACING DOG’ for Menacing Dogs measuring 50mm (h)
• Must contain the words ‘declared under the Animal Management (Cats and Dogs) Act 2008, chapter 4’ measuring 15mm (h)
• The text must be Indelible, Legible and Black.

TAS – Tasmania Dangerous Dog Regulations

With the Dog Control Act 2000 and the Dog Control Regulations 2010, the Tasmanian government requires dog owners with dangerous and restricted breed dogs with the following.

Warning Signs for Dangerous Dogs in TAS – Tasmania

An approved Warning Sign for Dangerous Dogs and Restricted Breed Dog Sign in TAS – Tasmania must be displayed at every entrance to the premises.

• Measures 400mm x 400mm
• Made of Durable Metal
• Designed Similar to the Signs below
• At least 1 Reflective Colour

Dangerous Dog Collars for TAS – Tasmania

Dangerous Dogs and Restricted Breed Dogs in TAS – Tasmania are required to wear at all times, an approved Dangerous Dog Collar that consists of Red and Yellow Stripes 25mm in width, alternating at 45 degrees. At least one of the colours must reflect light in the dark and be made of durable materials. Must be able to allow a leash to be attached and the collar must be able to be securely fastened.
• Width (Collar Length) – Weight of Dog:
• 25mm (35cm – 47cm) – 19kg and Below
• 40mm (44cm – 59cm) – 20kg to 40kg
• 50mm (56cm – 77cm) – 41kg or More

Dangerous Dog Enclosure in TAS – Tasmania

An enclosure for Dangerous Dogs in TAS – Tasmania must be installed in the premises where the dog is kept. The enclosure must comply with the prescribed requirements below.

• Fully enclosed and childproof.
• Must be at least 1.8m (h) x 1.8m (w).
• At least 10m2 of floor area for each dog.
• Sufficient weatherproof sleeping area for each dog.
• The concrete floor and graded to a drain.
• Walls, roof and door must be made of brick, timber, concrete, iron or mesh, or a combination of these.
• Must not be placed in an area that requires people to pass by to get to parts of the premises.
• The gate must be self-latching and self-closing.

Dog Muzzle for Dangerous Dogs in TAS – Tasmania

Dangerous Dogs and Restricted Breed Dogs in TAS – Tasmania is required to wear a durable Dog Muzzle at all times whenever the dog is in a public place. This is to protect other people and animals from biting.