Online services: 27-28 March 2025

Our online services (payments, permits, applications, customer service requests) at epathway.monash.vic.gov.au, as well as Kinder Enrolment Portal and Monash Interactive Maps will not be available from 10pm on Thursday 27 March to 1am on Friday 28 March, due to the system maintenance.

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Dogs

You can keep 2 dogs on your property without an additional animal permit. More information: Restrictions on number of animals

Dog vaccinations with RSPCA Victoria

Council is partnering with RSPCA Victoria for low-cost vaccination and health clinic sessions for dogs. Find information here about upcoming sessions in April and May.

Off-leash areas for dogs

There are off-leash areas for dogs in the City of Monash. Council has made changes to these areas, which came into effect on 1 July 2023.

Controlling your dog

Dog owners have obligations at designated off-leash reserves as per Council's Dog Control Order, including cleaning up after their pet and making sure they can be put on a leash.

Dog poo bag dispensers and drinking fountains

To make it easier for people to pick up after their dogs, there are dog poo bag dispensers in local parks and reserves. There are also fountains with separate drinking areas for people and for dogs.

Barking dogs

Dogs that bark excessively can become a source of irritation for neighbours and others in the area.

Dog attacks, dangerous dogs and restricted breeds

We can declare a dog to be dangerous if it seriously injures a person or animal. Read also about controls associated with the keeping restricted breed dogs.

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Cruelty to animals

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Infringement notices

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