Owning Multiple Animals

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The Rural City of Wangaratta has set clear guidelines on the number and types of animals that can be kept on residential and commercial properties.

Residents may keep up to three different types of animals from the approved list, depending on their land size.

 

 

Animal Type <399m² 400m²–999m² 1000m²–3999m² >4000m²
Dogs  2 2 2 2
Cats 2  2 2 2
Poultry (Except Roosters) Prohibited 3 10 10
Roosters Prohibited Prohibited Prohibited 0
Caged Birds (Excluding
Racing Pigeons)		 3 5 10 20
Domestic Rabbits  1 2 4 4
Guinea Pigs, Ferrets and 
Hamsters		  2 5 5 5
Reptiles  2 5 5 5
Racing Pigeons Prohibited     20 20 100
Horse, Donkey, Alpacas
or Similar		 Prohibited Prohibited 0 1 per 4000m²
Cattle Prohibited Prohibited 0 1 per 4000m²
Sheep and Goats Prohibited Prohibited 2 2 per 4000m²   
Pigs Prohibited Prohibited    Prohibited 1 per 4000m²
Other Agricultural 
Animals		 Prohibited Prohibited 2 2 per 4000m²

Where 0 is nominated, animal is allowed but permit required

 

Note: Keeping more animals than permitted or prohibited types may result in penalties or enforcement action.

 

Need More Animals?

If you wish to keep more animals than allowed, or types that are otherwise restricted, you’ll need to apply for a Council Permit.

Prohibited Animals

Some animals, such as roosters, pigs, and large livestock, are prohibited on smaller properties due to noise, odour, and space concerns.

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