THE City of Greater Geelong\u2019s animal management\u00a0team has a new look, launching a fleet of vehicles now branded to improve visibility and make sure hey\u2019re easily recognised by the community.<\/p>\n
Visibility and easy identification of the animal management team were raised as issues during the community consultation on the Domestic Animal Management Plan.<\/p>\n
With the new clearer branding on the team\u2019s vehicles, the community will now be able to recognise the team when they are patrolling reserves or assisting the community with their inquiries.<\/p>\n
The team encourages pet owners to remember the importance of responsible pet ownership, particularly over the festive season and the hotter summer months.<\/p>\n
The community consultation on the Domestic Animal Management Plan found that there was a strong call for Geelong\u2019s public open spaces to be safe, shared spaces where everyone \u2013 dog owners, walkers, cyclists and others \u2013 acts respectfully and co-operatively.<\/p>\n
The city has also suggested these tips for responsible pet ownership: \u2022 Ensure that your animal is registered, microchipped and is wearing a collar including a tag with contact details. New animals can now be registered online, allowing greater flexibility for pet owners \u2022 Get your cat desexed to help reduce the stray and feral cat population and protect the environment \u2022 Walk your dogs on lead unless in an off-leash\u00a0area where effective control is required \u2013 ie. your dog is visible, within hearing range and will come when called \u2022 Ensure that your pet has enough fresh water and never leave them in the car. \u201cOur recent survey showed that the vast majority of people want to co-operate and share our region\u2019s public spaces \u2013 both those who own animals and those who don\u2019t,\u201d Cr Kylie Grzybek, who chairs the city\u2019s community health and safety portfolio, said.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe animal management team does a wonderful job helping the community practice responsible pet ownership, and their new fleet of vehicles will make them much more visible when they\u2019re out in the community.\u201d<\/p>\n
If you have an inquiry for the city\u2019s animal management team or wish to report a lost or found animal or lodge a complaint about a noisy animal, phone 5272 5272.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
THE City of Greater Geelong\u2019s animal management\u00a0team has a new look, launching a fleet of vehicles now branded to improve visibility and make sure hey\u2019re easily recognised by the community. Visibility and easy identification of the animal management team were raised as issues during the community consultation on the Domestic Animal Management Plan. With the […]<\/p>\n