Wild dogs
The term 'wild dog' refers collectively to purebred dingoes, dingo hybrids, and dogs that are not owned by a person.
Wild dogs create several economic, environmental and social problems.
The wild dog is a category 3, 4 and 6 restricted invasive animal under the Biosecurity Act 2014.
The dingo is a category 3, 4, 5 and 6 restricted invasive animal under the Biosecurity Act 2014.
You must follow specific legal requirements when dealing with wild dogs and dingoes.
Control methods include:
- baiting
- trapping
- shooting
- fencing
- use of guardian animals to protect stock.
Effective management involves a planned strategy using a combination of these methods and considers wild dog behaviour.
This guide outlines obligations for controlling wild dogs and discusses control methods.