Stonnington pet rules: cat curfew & pet limits
What City of Stonnington requires from cat and dog owners, in plain English.
Checked against the council's own website on 28 September 2026 · 1 source
Cat curfewNo
Cats without a permit2
Dogs without a permit2 (house) · 1 (unit/flat)
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Cat rule in Stonnington No curfew
There is no cat curfew order at the moment.
How many pets can you keep in Stonnington?
Numbers you can keep without a permit:
| Cats | 2 |
|---|---|
| Dogs | 2 (house) · 1 (unit/flat) |
| Poultry | Permit needed for any poultry |
| Permit for more | Permit under the Keeping of Animals Policy |
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What every Victoria pet owner must do
- Cats and dogs over 3 months old must be microchipped and registered with your council.
- Registrations are renewed every year by 10 April.
- Councils can make cat curfew or containment orders, and set how many pets you can keep without a permit through their local laws.
Source: Agriculture Victoria – dog and cat registration (Domestic Animals Act 1994).
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Last checked 28 September 2026. Rules can change. Always confirm with City of Stonnington before you act. Spotted a change? Tell us.