Introduction

Council is reviewing its Domestic Animal Management Plan (DAMP) and we want you to be part of the journey. The DAMP outlines how we manage dogs and cats in Moonee Valley. It promotes animal welfare and responsible pet ownership and aims to create a community where people and pets live together harmoniously and respectfully.

The DAMP highlights four key areas of focus that will shape Council’s work over the next four years.

  1. Animal Registrations
  2. Community Safety
  3. Community Tensions
  4. Environment and Animal Welfare

Have your say!

You can have your say on Council's draft DAMP 2026-2029 by completing our online survey or recording verbal feedback via this webpage. You can also contact us via the details below or request a hard copy survey.

In particular, Council is keen to seek your feedback about:

  • Your overall level of support for the draft DAMP
  • Priorities for the next four years in relation to animal management
  • Any gaps in the draft DAMP

Your input will inform our refreshed plan, which will guide decision making in relation to dog and cats within Moonee Valley.

The survey is open until 28th September 2025. Stay tuned for further updates on this page.

Complete our survey

We'd love to receive your feedback about our draft DAMP

Fun facts about pets in Moonee Valley

We love our furry friends! Did you know that we have just over 3,500 cat registrations and nearly 10,000 dog registrations in Moonee Valley? That is the equivalent of a quarter of all households having a registered pet.

  • Registration leaderboard

    Essendon leads the way with around 1,500 registered dogs.

    Moonee Ponds sits at the top with nearly 650 registered cats.


  • Our favourite dog breed

    We love our pups! Here are the top registered dog breeds in Moonee Valley:

    1. Cavoodles
    2. Jack Russels
    3. Labradors

  • Most popular cat breed

    The Domestic Short Hair, our much-loved all-rounder, proving every kitty is special no matter their lineage.