Pets and animals

Tips and links to help you and your family choosing your pet.

Information on animal welfare and animal management laws in Queensland.

Find out which dog breeds are regulated or restricted in Queensland.

If you are considering buying an exotic animal to keep as a pet, it is important to know which animals you are allowed to keep as pets.

Practising good backyard biosecurity helps prevent disease outbreaks and keeps your family safe.

Backyard pig keepers can help prevent disease outbreaks by practising good biosecurity.

Whether you’re looking to acquire livestock—such as sheep, goats, pigs, cattle or horses—for production or as a hobby, there are important considerations to ensure you meet your welfare and biosecurity requirements.

How to be a responsible dog owner to protect people and animals in our communities.