Pets

A brown off-leash dog runs happily towards the camera, with a tennis ball in its mouth — A 'pawsome' home for your furry friends

We understand pets are a big part of the community, and we welcome your furry friends to Rockhampton. While you’ll find plenty of pet-friendly activities and locations here, please respect the safety and comfort of your neighbours by following Rockhampton Regional Council’s pet ownership rules.

Pets in the Community

Many cafés in the Rockhampton Region are pet friendly (just be sure to check), and there are plenty of shaded areas where you can walk your dog.

Dogs in public must be kept on a leash at all times, except in the region’s designated off-leash dog areas:

All Blacks Park, 291 Lakes Creek Road, Koongal
Duthie Park, 314-324 Marsh Avenue, Frenchville
Eddie Baker Park, 8-26 Currawong Street, Norman Gardens
Ergon Park, 131 Richardson Road, Kawana
Georgeson Oval, 61-70 Pennycuick Street, The Range
Kershaw Gardens (Central), enter via Charles Street, Berserker
Kershaw Gardens (Southern), enter via Fraser Street, Park Avenue
No 7 Dam, 2 Byrnes Parade, Mount Morgan
Remembrance Park, 35 Arthur Street, Gracemere
Ted Price Park, 1 Breakspear Street, Gracemere
Victoria Park, Sir Raymond Huish Drive, Wandal

Map of Off-Leash Dog Areas

Pet Rules

Dogs

Dogs must be registered with Rockhampton Regional Council within 14 days of moving to the area. They must be microchipped, contained on their property or on a lead when in public, cleaned up after, and provided with food, shelter, and care. A maximum of two dogs are permitted per household, with approval required for additional dogs.

Find out more about owning a dog in the Rockhampton Region.

Cats

There is no need to register your cat with Rockhampton Regional Council, however they must be microchipped, kept within your property, and provided with food, shelter, and care.

Find out more about owning a cat in the Rockhampton Region.

A grey and black cat is perched on top of a brown leather couch, staring itently through the leaves of a green pot plant in front of its face — Keep your pets happy and healthy

Vet Clinics

Rockhampton’s vet clinics provide friendly and compassionate care for your dog, cat or other domestic and farm animals. Clinics are conveniently located across the Rockhampton Region, with many offering 24/7 contacts for after-hours emergencies.