Many people and dogs share parks, bushland reserves, shared paths, bicycle paths and the footpaths around our streets and shopping centres. They are provided for all residents of all ages to encourage social opportunities, exercise and pleasant leisure activities. Many people enjoy sharing them with their dogs.
Not everyone likes or understands dogs and some dogs are wary around people they do not know.
To make sure everyone enjoys these shared public places, responsible pet ownership and pet management are needed for safety and health reasons at all times.