Mayor Sarah Schmerl recently unveiled a new council information brochure to open community consultation on the policy.

Cr Schmerl said the policy had been updated regularly since its introduction, in an effort to benefit the needs of local wildlife - not just pets and their owners.

A number of rare birds, like the red-capped and hooded plovers, oyster catchers, along with little and fairy terns are considered some of the coast's most unique and endangered species.

"Council wants a dog management policy with consistent rules that the community respects and will follow so people are safe, dogs are content and wildlife aren't lost," she said.

"People are much more aware of the issues now, particularly with dogs in towns and on beaches, which dogs love, but where people and wildlife can be impacted."