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Animal Laws

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Domesticated & Wild/Feral Rabbits

Both domesticated and wild/feral rabbits are referenced under Section 58 of the Catchment and Land Protection Act (CaLP) in Victoria.

 

When any rabbit is securely housed in captivity it is no longer considered to be part of a wild or feral population and consequently no permit is required  for its keeping.

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Hares

Hares are referenced under Section 58 of the Catchment and Land Protection Act (CaLP) in Victoria.

 

Each state has different laws regarding hares and in Victoria a permit is required to keep them.

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Rabbits in Rentals

You do not need to give up your pet if you are in a rental property in Victoria.

It is up to the real estate agent to apply to VCAT to prove they have good reason for the rental not to allow pets.  Read about your rights and the process here.
 

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Local Laws:
Stray& Lost Pets

Who is responsible to help you if you find a stray rabbit or if you want to surrender your rabbit?
Who do you go to?

 

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Opening Hours

Location

Rabbit Run-Away Orphanage

 

19 Stanley Street,

Olinda, VIC 3788

Tuesday to Saturday 

1-3pm by Appointment

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Ph: 03 9751 1229

E: info@rabbitrunaway.org.au

Volunteer With Us

Volunteer is a great way to help our orphaned rabbits, and meet new people and to extend your understanding of rabbit husbandry and care. Volunteer with us now

Parking on the property is limited. We have a very steep driveway with no turning space.

If you are worried about our steep driveway, please park on the Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd near the Mt Dandenong Hotel, walk past the Vet, turn into Illoura St then left into Stanley St.  Our property is on the left, only a 5 minute walk.

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PLEASE NOTE: There is NO public parking in Stanley St.  Please DO NOT park in resident's driveways or in front of their homes, as this disrupts the neighbours access and parking for their family/visitors.

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