Nillumbik Regional Pound impounds and cares for lost, stray and unowned domestic animals found in Nillumbik or Banyule. The pound is managed by Nillumbik Shire Council.
Animals must be collected within eight days.
Our pound service for cats is managed by the Cat Protection Society of Victoria.
We also work with the Save a Dog Scheme.
Check lost and found animals
Opening hours
Nillumbik Regional Pound is open:
- 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday
- 8am to 11.30am Saturday and Sunday
Closed public holidays.
Collection is by appointment only - see below.
Fees
- 0 days - $66
- 1 day - $103.70
- 2 days - $141.40
- 3 days - $179.10
- 4 days - $216.80
- 5 days - $254.50
- 6 days - $292.20
- 7 days - $329.90
- 8 days - $367.60
The above amounts are correct as of 1 July 2026.
How to collect your pet from the pound