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St Arnaud office will be closed from 11am and Stawell office from 12pm on Thursday 6 October for a staff event. Customer Service Centres will be closed for the remainder of the day and will reopen on Friday 7 October. In the event of an emergency, please ring 03 5358 8700 for assistance.

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Animal services

Adopting an animal

We have a range of animals currently available for adoption at our animal shelter. Come and take a look, you may just find the perfect addition to your family!

Animal services - fees and charges

Find out more about registration costs, impound fees and other animal-related charges.

Animal shelter

Information on animals that have been found and pets available for adoption from our animal shelter.

Barking dogs

How to lodge a complaint about barking dogs and information on what to do if your own dog is constantly barking.

Cat and dog registration

All you need to know about registering your domestic dogs and cats.

Cat traps

If you have a problem with roaming cats, council can provide cat traps.

Deceased or relocated animal notification

To provide information and an online form to notify council if your pet has passed away or moved residential address.

Dog off leash areas and requirements

Provides information about dog off leash areas and the requirements permitted in the areas.

Report a lost, found or wandering animal

Have you lost a pet? Have you found or spotted a wandering animal? Report it here.

Surrender an animal

If you are unable to care for an animal, you can surrender this animal to council.

Wildlife assistance

Information about what to do if you come across injured wildlife in the Northern Grampians Shire.