Finding the purrfect balance between cat and dog management in Clarence
Clarence is a region that adores its pets and following the introduction of a Dog Policy in 2021, council is now seeking community feedback on a Cat Policy.
For the next month, the community will be able to have their say on topics such as cat registration and identification, cat curfews, cat confinement to reduce roaming, microchipping, desexing and cat prohibited areas to protect wildlife.
Pet owners and non-pet-owners are encouraged to have their say during the consultation period to ensure a broad range of views are captured – the results of which will provide the framework for the policy.
Clarence City Council Mayor, Brendan Blomeley, said the consultation was an opportunity to understand community expectations around cat management.
“This is a fantastic chance to learn more about cat ownership and experiences in our region and, importantly ensure we are doing what we can as a council to make it a positive experience for all,” he said.
“We also hope to receive a broad range of views, including those who don’t own a cat, so we can better understand community perceptions and thoughts on the introduction of a cat management policy.
“We know that some of our neighboring councils have effective pet management policies in place that balance the needs of their community.
“Like our Dog Policy does, having a Cat Policy will work as a mechanism to protect the interests of both cat owners and non-cat owners.”
The Cat Policy will support principal legislation – the Cat Management Act 2009 – which considers domestic and stray cats in Tasmania.
Visit the Your Say Website to have Your Say on Cats in Clarence – consultation is open until 6 August 2024.
A workshop event will be held on 3 August.
- Date: 3 August
- Time: 10am -12pm
- Location: Rosny Library meeting room 6
- Register here