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– Agriculture Victoria<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

The Victorian Government is ensuring lost pets get home quicker and safer with new legislation passing parliament recently.
\nThe Domestic Animals Amendment (Reuniting Pets and Other Matters) Act 2021 will allow Victorians to take a lost dog or cat to a participating vet clinic or registered animal shelter to be reunited with its owner, rather than relying solely on councils.
\nBefore this, lost cats and dogs had to be handed in to an authorised officer in the council area where the animal is found, or to a small number of vets and shelters that have an agreement under the Domestic Animals Act 1994.
\nIn addition to the robust verification process to ensure pets are returned to the correct owner, the legislation also keeps the health and safety of animals at the forefront, reinforcing the Victorian Government\u2019s landmark puppy farm legislation reforms with better regulations and more efficient services.<\/p>\n

Key improvements include:
\n\u2022\tAnyone found guilty of certain offences under the Domestic Animals Act 1994 will now be banned from working for all breeders in Victoria Victoria\u2019s Chief Veterinary Officer will be able to make recommendations about commercial dog breeder approval or renewal, ensuring animal care and management standards are tailored to the facility and breed requirements
\n\u2022\tMicrobreeders will undergo more assessments and need to declare any prior convictions related to animal welfare.
\n\u2022\tAll source number applicants will be required to supply their address and contact details to improve compliance and prevent fraudulent practices.
\n\u2022\tRegulatory partners, including Victorian councils and the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) Victoria will have enhanced powers to enable quicker and more effective animal management and welfare services.<\/p>\n

These reforms are important as Victoria has high pet ownership rates, with an average of 665,000 dogs and 215,000 cats registered with councils each year.
\nThe changes will be in effect by 1 October 2022.
\nFor more information visit agriculture.vic.gov.au\/pets.<\/p>\n

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– Agriculture Victoria The Victorian Government is ensuring lost pets get home quicker and safer with new legislation passing parliament recently. The Domestic Animals Amendment (Reuniting Pets and Other Matters) Act 2021 will allow Victorians to take a lost dog or cat to a participating vet clinic or registered animal shelter to be reunited with […]<\/p>\n

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