Published on Friday, 23 July 2021 at 8:00:00 AM
The State Government Laws for Responsible Dog Owners are an interesting read, especially for those of us who have had dogs for a long time and think we are familiar with all the laws!
Sure, we all know we have a legal responsibility to keep our dogs under control either within a fenced area on our property or on a leash in public (unless in a designate dog exercise public area). But did you know you are responsible for ensuring your dog is not creating a public nuisance by barking excessively (penalty can range from $200 to $5,000!). Dog registrations as well as the wearing of dog registration tags have a $200 penalty and of course dog attacks, which are always a serious matter and cause for concern, can incur fines ranging from $3,000 - $20,000 (and even the possibility of imprisonment). So let’s not be complacent in our responsibilities as dog owners!
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