New era for Loddon’s lost pets

Published on 27 March 2026

Work has begun on a new animal pound for Loddon Shire.

The pound is being built near Wedderburn and, once completed, will replace the existing and ageing facility at Council’s Wedderburn Depot.

Part of the Annual Infrastructure Program, the project is budgeted to cost about $438,000.

Community Compliance Coordinator Jordan Fraser said the new facility would provide a safer and more comfortable space for dogs and cats waiting to be reunited with their owners.

“In the meantime we will continue to care for lost and impounded animals at the current facility, but staff are very excited to get the new pound up and running,” he said.

“While we look forward to the new pound, the best way to make sure your dogs or cats don’t end up in it is to ensure they are registered and microchipped.

“Doing both ensures we can return lost animals to their owners as soon as possible.”

For more information on registering a domestic animal please visit the Loddon Shire Council website.

Caption: Work starting on the new Loddon Shire Council pound near Wedderburn.