2026 West Arnhem animal management program

West Arnhem Regional Council is pleased to announce the commencement of the 2026 West Arnhem Animal Management Program, an initiative that continues to support healthy animals and strong communities across the region.

Throughout the year, veterinarians and veterinary students from the University of Melbourne will travel to communities across West Arnhem to provide essential veterinary services. These visits play an important role in improving animal health and welfare.

The program is strongly supported by Local Authorities across the West Arnhem region, who recognise the importance of maintaining healthy dog populations and supporting residents to care for their animals.

As part of the program, surgical desexing and parasite control are funded, and additional treatments and vaccinations will also be available at standard professional rates.

Residents are encouraged to take advantage of the program when the veterinary team visits their community. By working together, the program helps ensure animals across West Arnhem remain healthy, cared for, and an important part of community life.

The veterinary team will visit communities on the following dates: