Legislative Council Petition: #613 | closes 31 May 2025

hnoske@gmail.com started this petition

The petition of certain citizens of the State of Victoria draws to the attention of the Legislative Council the urgent need to reduce accidental breeding, improve animal welfare, and address the overpopulation crisis in shelters and pounds by mandating desexing for all dogs used for breeding purposes at six years of age.

Female dogs used for breeding beyond six years of age face significant health risks, including uterine infections, difficult pregnancies, and early mortality. Yet many micro and backyard breeders continue to overbreed their animals, ignoring the welfare implications.

Overbreeding and accidental litters contribute directly to the oversupply of animals, with many dogs abandoned, surrendered, or euthanised when shelters cannot cope with demand. The introduction of mandatory desexing for breeding dogs by six years of age, subject to veterinary exceptions, would prevent further accidental litters and address overpopulation and abandonments. This reform is essential to protecting animal welfare, supporting responsible pet ownership, and reducing the burden on rehoming organisations.

The petitioners therefore request that the Legislative Council call on the Government to introduce legislation for mandatory desexing of all dogs used for breeding purposes by six years of age, including by micro and backyard breeders, unless medically inadvisable, and impose penalties for non-compliance.

112 signatures This petition is sponsored by Georgie Purcell Sign this petition

Speak up and be heard

Create change and stand up for your beliefs by starting your own petition today

More petitions

Take a look at some other petitions related to causes you care about. There are many passionate individuals just like you who are working towards positive change. Signing more petitions and sharing them with your friends and family can help bring attention to important issues and create lasting impact.

View all petitions

Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund

Legislative Council Petition #658 | closes 1 October 2025

swpeel@bigpond.com

37,947 signatures

Cancel plans to commission a statue of former Premier Hon. Daniel Andrews

Legislative Council Petition #651 | closes 14 July 2025

email@jacksonmoon.com

8,755 signatures

Colorectal and Pelvic Reconstruction Service at The Royal Children's Hospital

Legislative Council Petition #627 | closes 16 August 2025

bridgetodwyer@hotmail.com

7,685 signatures