Animal Welfare

Acts, Regulations & Codes of Practice

Acts & Regulations
Provides access to PDF versions of various acts & regulations relating to animal welfare in Victoria.

Model Codes Under Review
Lists national model codes of practice for the welfare of animals that are under review.

Victorian Codes of Practice
Lists various Victorian codes of practice and standards relating to the welfare and management of animals.

Advice on Legislation
The documents listed below provide advice on animal welfare related legislation in Victoria:

• Domestic Animals Legislation Summary
• Guidelines for the Provision of Shelter for Cattle
• Guidelines for the Provision of Shelter for Sheep (PDF 51Kb)
• Guidelines on Fish and Crustacea Welfare for Marketing and Preparation for Human Consumption
• Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Legislation - Summary
• Things you should know about Animal Shelters and Pounds
• Things you should know about Buying an Animal from a Pet Shop
• Things you should know about Dangerous Dogs
• Things you should know about Dog Training Establishments
• Things you should know about Menacing Dogs
• Things you should know about Restricted Breed Dogs
• Things you should know about Guard Dogs on Non-Residential Properties