09/02/2026
Dingo Breeding Season : Generally March to June
A Must-Read on Coexisting with Dingoes in the remote desert communities of WA (or any small township)
I've noticed a lot of posts lately raising fears about living alongside dingoes, especially in the remote Pilbara communities.
These towns are very transient with new residents moving in for work all year round. It's crucial to approach any new community with respect and understanding, not just for the people but for the local wildlife as well.
The vast desert of WA is dingo territory, where these apex predators have roamed for thousands of years, long before any towns were established. A small town in these desert regions is like a drop in the ocean, extremely remote and surrounded by dingo habitat.
Living in these towns means embracing and respecting the natural world around you and understanding the behaviour of dingoes.
With more dingo sightings during this time, it's crucial to address the misinformation circulating on social media. Many posts mislead and spread unnecessary fear about dingoes.
🔺THE DINGO IS NOT STALKING YOU
The dingo isn't stalking you; he's simply assessing who's in his territory. During this time of year, dingoes are searching for mates and identifying other presences in their area. By picking up your scent from where you've walked, he's gathering information.
🔺Dingoes are sentient, close knit family groups vital to our ecosystems. Let's focus on understanding and coexisting safely with these resilient wild neighbours.
🔺Did you know dingoes often mate for life and are devoted parents? They live as individuals, in pairs, or in family groups.
🔺Dingoes don't become more aggressive during this season. Like any protective parent, they safeguard their family and territory.
🔺You might notice them more as they vocalize to claim their territory and partners. This is completely natural and not a cause for concern.
🔺Dingoes are naturally shy and tend to avoid people. Boldness usually stems from habituation due to people feeding them, the presence of dogs, or defending their dens.
🔺They primarily feed on natural prey like rodents, rabbits, insects, and lizards, kangaroos, wallabies, wombats,possum, insects, fish, eggs, berries, and various fruits. However, in areas where they live near humans, they’ve been known to consume food scraps, they might be drawn to garbage or pet food. Cats and small dogs could be seen as prey, while larger dogs may be perceived as threats.
🔺Supervise pets, especially at dawn and dusk, and ensure they are in secure yards or enclosures. Keep them on a lead when walking. By being proactive and practicing responsible pet ownership, we can minimise conflicts with dingoes and other wildlife!
🔺Dingoes usually steer clear of humans, but they can become bold in urban areas if they find food or are fed by people. Hazing helps them regain their natural wariness.
🔺Maintain Eye Contact. Pick up small dogs and keep larger ones leashed. Ensure there's an escape route for the dingo, entrapment can cause them to become fearful.
🔺Exaggerate Your Presence: Make yourself look bigger to assert dominance.
🔺Be Loud: Yell to alert the dingo and those nearby. Noise discourages their approach.
🔺Repeat and Reinforce: Consistent hazing helps dingoes relearn to avoid humans.
🔺Educate Others: Teaching effective hazing techniques ensures dingoes have negative experiences, encouraging them to steer clear of people.
🚫 Important Reminders
Don't Encourage the Dingo: Remember, he’s not a cute dog looking for a friend. He’s not hungry, dingoes are naturally lean and they don’t need your companionship.
Avoid Feeding: Feeding encourages dependency and bold behavior.
No Photos; Avoid taking photos/videos or interacting in any way, these behaviours cause dingoes to lose their natural fear of people. Keep a respectful distance and discourage any engagement.
