Walking your dog in Bayside

Things to remember when walking your dog

• It is an offence not to take sufficient bags with you and pick up after your dog.
• Dispose of dog poo in the public bins provided or at home. It is an offence to put waste in another resident's bin.
• Always walk your dog on leash, unless in a designated off leash area.
• You can only walk up to four dogs at once.
• Dogs are prohibited entry to some parks and reserves, check signage before entry.
• Make sure your dog is wearing its Council registration tag.

Your responsibilities in off-leash areas

• Dogs must be on a chain, cord or leash if the dog is within 20 metres of:
  • a children’s play equipment area
  • an area where a public meeting is being held
  • a permanently designated barbeque and picnic area
  • an on-leash signed lake or pond
  • an area where an organised sporting event is taking place.
• Dogs must be on leash in all car parks.
• It is still your responsibility to take bags and pick up after your dog.
• Owners must have effective control of their dog at all times. You must be able to recall your dog promptly and place it back on a leash if the need arises.