Caring for your dog

There is no doubt that owning a dog is rewarding. The City of Palmerston acknowledges the benefits of dog ownership and encourages dog owners to be responsible for their pet.

Dog owner responsibilities include:

Annually registering your dog with the City of Palmerston
Providing adequate food, water and shelter
Providing exercise and mental stimulation to deter boredom Provide a safe environment for the dog with suitable fencing
Arranging annual vaccinations from your vet
Preventing heartworm and other intestinal worms
Controling external parasites like fleas and ticks
Seek veterinary advice if the dog is sick or injured
Desexing the dog if not used for breeding to prevent unwanted litters
Walking the dog on a lead at all times unless in a designated off-lead area
Cleaning up after your dog when exercising in a public place
Providing training for the dog so that it does not become a nuisance to other