Licence to Keep a Dangerous Dog - Australian Capital Territory

Description

You will need this licence if you intend to keep a dog that has been declared a dangerous dog. A dog is generally declared a dangerous dog if it:

  • has been trained as or is kept as a guard dog
  • has been declared a dangerous dog (or similar) under a law of another State or Territory
  • has attacked or harassed a person or animal
  • is aggressive or menacing and poses an unacceptable risk to the safety of the public or other animals if not kept in accordance with a dangerous dog licence.

Service type

Licence

A licence defines the need to obtain recognition / certification and registration to undertake a certain business activity.

Eligibility requirements

Please contact the agency to identify any eligibility requirements.

Prerequisites

Must Have

Dog Registration

Duration

As specified

Fees

Fees Details for this service in table format.

Task Type Business Structure Amount Description
Apply Application All $870.15

Fees for 2024-25

Renew Renewal All $870.15

Fees for 2024-25

Forms

Act(s) name

Domestic Animals Act 2000 Australian Capital Territory

Regulation(s) name

Domestic Animals Regulation 2001 Australian Capital Territory

Administering agency

Transport Canberra and City Services Directorate

Contact details

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