Laws Regarding Dogs

[Lollipup]

A certain someone I know, who knows a lot about a lot of things has often mentioned to people when I've been present that it is illegal to have a dog in the front yard of a property, even if there's signage, because the law apparently states that anyone must be able to have clear access to the front door (in case of emergencies etc.)

Does anyone know if this one is true? Would this be a national type law or are most dog laws local or state laws? Where can I find laws about things like this so that I know whether or not it is reliable info?

Thanks all

[megan_]

I can't point you to the law but it is true that you need to provide "safe passage" to your front door.

[Lollipup]

I can't point you to the law but it is true that you need to provide "safe passage" to your front door.

Do you think that just means that if you have a dog between the gate and the door, it just has to be a safe dog? Or that there can't be a dog there at all?

[MolassesLass]

Are you in Qld or have you not set your state on your profile?

[Tilly]

If you are in Queensland then you will find them here

.... and yes you must be able to provide clear access to your front door (or at least some method of contacting you such as in intercom system - like for gated communities)

Edited October 1, 2010 by Tilly

[Lollipup]

Are you in Qld or have you not set your state on your profile?

Yes I'm in Queensland. I will have to fix that up.