The Fire Danger Period is now in force in Glenelg Shire, from Monday 8 December 2025.Know what you can and cannot do. For more information visit: www.cfa.vic.gov.au/firedangerperiod
We encourage responsible management and care of pets and animals in the Glenelg Shire. There are various local and State regulations relating to animal ownership, including registration of domestic animals and livestock.
All pets kept in Glenelg Shire Council must be microchipped and registered.
Glenelg Shire Council recognises the need for pets to be well cared for, safe and healthy.
Ensure your lost pet can be returned as safely and quickly as possible.
All farm working dogs in Glenelg Shire Council must be registered.
Livestock are a vital part of our community. Owners are responsible for adequate fencing and permits are required to drove and graze livestock.
Foster Care is the care of a stray, abandoned, or unwanted dog or cat that is temporary or for the purpose of finding a new home.
After hours call outs are restricted to the following circumstances:
Local Laws Officers cannot attend a call out if the caller details and location are not provided.
Phone: 1300 453 635