Important information
- Uncontrolled household and feral cats can create a nuisance in our community.
- The City relies on owners ensuring their cat remains indoors where possible (especially at night), although it is not an offence for a cat to be out in public unless in a prohibited area.
- The City will respond to complaints about nuisance cats roaming on private property without consent, or cats in prohibited areas (Refer Schedule 1 of the Cat Local Law 2021 for a list of areas).
- All attempts are made to locate the cat’s owner. If unable to locate the owner, the City will impound stray cats.
- Cats must be contained in an appropriate carrier/small animal trap prior to collection by the City.
- The City cannot investigate anonymous nuisance complaints, all customer information remains confidential.
- If you are unable to care for your cat, contact Cat Haven or the RSPCA for help.
Cat Traps
- Small animal traps can be hired if required from the City by calling 1300 422 664. Trapping is only permitted on privately owned property.
- Traps are only available to hire for 7 days at a time at a cost of $20 per trap, per week (26/27 fees incl GST). The fee is paid at the Animal Impound Facility.
- Traps are only available to City of Canning residents and commercial/ business's (identification is required).
- Traps are to be returned to the Animal Impound Facility by appointment and by the due date.
Report
- To report a nuisance dog, please click the Report button below.
- An Officer will take action within the next 48 hours.
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