Animal Welfare (Dogs) Regulations 2026
43Rehoming of dogs
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43 Rehoming of dogs
(1) A person in charge of a facility must ensure that each dog at the facility is treated to prevent, or remove, gastrointestinal parasites before the dog is rehomed from the facility.
Penalty: Fine not exceeding 20 penalty units.
(2) A person in charge of a facility must ensure that a new owner of a dog rehomed from the facility is provided with accurate written information, at no charge, specifying appropriate care instructions for the dog.
Penalty: Fine not exceeding 20 penalty units.