At the Council Meeting on Monday 29 September, it was resolved that we will extend the community consultation on the draft Domestic Animal Management Plan until 5pm Friday 31 October 2025.

This extension will allow more time for community to consider amendments to the draft Plan.

Key amendments are:

1. Adding an action to investigate a community cat program or cat desexing initiative in Knox City Council.
2. Adding an action to explore proactive dog programs.

These amendments aim to:

• Reduce attacks on local wildlife
• Improve compliance with pet registration and responsible ownership
• Enhance dog-related compliance

You’re invited to review the updated draft Plan and share your thoughts. Council will review community feedback and present the final Plan for adoption early 2026.

You’re invited to review the updated draft Plan and share your thoughts via our Have Your Say page: https://haveyoursay.knox.vic.gov.au/dogs-and-cats