Beware of Dog Sign – BEWARE OF THE DOG
Product code: PS-DOG002
A clear general dog notice for gates and property entrances. Choose the flat material and landscape size for the mounting surface and normal approach.
Material
Rigid plastic sheet suited to indoor and sheltered or general outdoor applications, subject to the print finish and site exposure.
Viewing distance is indicative; check approach distance, lighting and mounting position for the site.
Includes $2.45 GST
- Australia-wide shipping; live or quoted freight depends on order size
- Product configuration is available now; the exact BEWARE OF THE DOG artwork must replace the placeholder and be approved before manufacture.
- Dispatch timing depends on current stock and order quantity.
| Quantity | Unit (inc GST) | Discount |
|---|---|---|
| 1-4 | $27.00 | — |
| 5-9 | $24.84 | 8% off |
| 10-24 | $22.95 | 15% off |
| 25-49 | $20.52 | 24% off |
| 50-99 | $18.36 | 32% off |
| 100+ | $16.20 | 40% off |
View volume pricing
| Quantity | Unit (inc GST) | Discount |
|---|---|---|
| 1-4 | $27.00 | — |
| 5-9 | $24.84 | 8% off |
| 10-24 | $22.95 | 15% off |
| 25-49 | $20.52 | 24% off |
| 50-99 | $18.36 | 32% off |
| 100+ | $16.20 | 40% off |
Product details
Use the exact BEWARE OF THE DOG notice
Choose this product when the intended general message is BEWARE OF THE DOG. It tells a visitor that a dog may be present without claiming that the animal is dangerous, menacing, restricted or used as a guard dog.
Choose a flat material and landscape size
Polypropylene is the default rigid material. Vinyl is supplied in packs of three for prepared smooth surfaces, 3 mm Corflute suits temporary placement, and Colorbond provides a stronger mechanically fixed face. Choose 300 × 225 mm, 450 × 300 mm or 600 × 450 mm for the normal approach.
Position the notice before entry
Install the sign where a visitor can read the complete message before opening a gate or entering the area. Check every normal access point, including the view with gates open and closed, and repeat the notice where one face cannot cover separate approaches.
Keep confinement and legal requirements separate
The sign does not secure a gate, confine a dog or satisfy a prescribed dangerous-dog sign requirement. Maintain the physical and procedural controls required for the property, and use the exact statutory sign where the dog's legal classification or use makes one necessary.
Check the sign format before ordering
This is a generic BEWARE OF THE DOG notice. It is not represented as the prescribed sign for a declared dangerous, menacing, restricted or guard dog, and it does not confine the animal or control entry. Confirm the exact current requirements with the relevant state, territory and council authority.
- NSW Office of Local Government – Control requirements for dangerous and menacing dogs — NSW guidance lists controls for declared dangerous and menacing dogs, including enclosure, entry and prescribed warning-sign requirements. Read source (opens in a new tab)This generic BEWARE OF THE DOG notice does not contain the prescribed NSW dangerous-dog wording.
- NSW Companion Animals Regulation 2018 – prescribed warning sign — Clause 33 prescribes wording, minimum dimensions, durability, lettering and entry-point placement for warning signs applying to relevant dangerous, menacing and restricted dogs. Read source (opens in a new tab)Legal requirements can change. Check the current in-force regulation and council guidance before relying on any sign format.
- Agriculture Victoria – Guard dogs — Victorian guidance explains that qualifying non-residential guard dogs have specific confinement and prescribed warning-sign requirements at property entrances. Read source (opens in a new tab)A general dog notice is not a substitute for the prescribed Victorian dangerous-dog sign described in the guidance.
Before ordering
- Confirm that BEWARE OF THE DOG is the intended general message for the property.
- Check whether the dog is declared dangerous, menacing, restricted or used as a guard dog and therefore needs prescribed signage.
- Identify every normal gate or entry point where the notice must be visible before entry.
- Choose polypropylene, pack-of-three vinyl, 3 mm Corflute or Colorbond for the mounting surface and exposure.
- Confirm fencing, gates, restraint, supervision and visitor procedures remain complete for the dog and property.
This is general product information, not legal or engineering advice. A safety sign is one part of a workplace control system; confirm the site and jurisdictional requirements before ordering.
Product guidance reviewed by Platinum Signs ecommerce and product team. Last reviewed: .
Material options
Rigid plastic sheet suited to indoor and sheltered or general outdoor applications, subject to the print finish and site exposure.
Indicative durability: Medium-term use; site conditions apply · Typical use: Warehouses, factories, permanent indoor/outdoor
Peel-and-stick vinyl for smooth surfaces. Walls, doors, machinery, and equipment labelling.
Indicative durability: Short- to medium-term use; surface and exposure affect service life · Typical use: Indoor walls, equipment labels, smooth surfaces
Lightweight corrugated plastic board. Easy to fix to fences, hoarding, and temporary structures.
Indicative durability: Temporary use; exposure and installation affect service life · Typical use: Construction sites, temporary signage, events
Rigid coated sheet steel suited to demanding indoor and outdoor installations. Print life depends on finish, exposure, edges and mounting.
Indicative durability: Long-term substrate; print and site conditions apply · Typical use: Permanent installations, harsh environments
Size guide
Viewing distances are selection aids, not prescribed compliance distances. Check the site approach, lighting, wording and mounting position.
| Size | Indicative distance | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| 225 x 300mm | Up to 5m | Indoor, close range |
| 300 x 450mm | Up to 10m | Standard indoor/outdoor |
| 450 x 600mm | Up to 15m | Outdoor, site entrances |
Optional finishes
Pre-drilled Holes (4 corners)
4 pre-drilled mounting holes in each corner for easy screw or cable-tie installation.
Available with rigid materials only.
Lamination
Clear protective overlaminate for added UV and scratch resistance. Service life still depends on the print, exposure, cleaning and installation.
Available with vinyl or aluminium only.
Reflective Class 1 (High Intensity)
High-intensity prismatic reflective film. Confirm the grade required by the project specification and relevant authority.
Available with vinyl or aluminium only.
Reflective Class 2 (Engineer Grade)
Engineer-grade reflective film for general site visibility. Confirm suitability for the lighting, approach distance and project specification.
Available with vinyl or aluminium only.
Specifications
| Product code | PS-DOG002 |
|---|---|
| Selected SKU | PS-DOG002-300X225-PP16 |
| Product | Beware of Dog Sign – BEWARE OF THE DOG |
| Category | Dog Signs |
| Format guidance | General BEWARE OF THE DOG property notice; production artwork pending final approval; do not substitute it for prescribed dangerous-dog signage |
| Printing | UV direct print |
| Selected material | Polypropylene (1.6mm) |
| Selected size | 300 x 225mm (Small) |
| Indicative durability | Medium-term use; site conditions apply |
| Indicative viewing distance | Up to 5m |
| Available sizes | 300 x 225mm (Small), 450 x 300mm (Medium), 600 x 450mm (Large) |
| Available materials | Polypropylene (1.6mm), Self-Adhesive Vinyl (Sticker), Corflute (3mm), Colorbond Steel (0.6mm) |
Selected specifications update with the material and size controls above.
Frequently asked questions
What is printed on this Beware of Dog sign?
This product is for the exact general notice BEWARE OF THE DOG. Production artwork is being finalised, so check the approved proof before manufacture. The wording warns people that a dog may be present but does not identify the dog's behaviour, legal status or the controls at the property.
Where should a Beware of Dog sign be installed?
Place it where a visitor can read the notice before entering the area where a dog may be present, such as at a gate or other normal access point. Keep the complete face visible with the gate open and closed, and repeat the message at separate entrances where one sign cannot be seen from every approach.
Is this a prescribed dangerous-dog sign?
No. This is a generic BEWARE OF THE DOG notice. Some states prescribe exact wording, dimensions, materials and placement for declared dangerous, menacing, restricted or guard dogs. For example, NSW requires prescribed WARNING DANGEROUS DOG wording in relevant cases. Confirm the current state, territory and council requirements before ordering.
Does the sign restrain the dog or control access?
No. A sign communicates a warning but does not secure a gate, confine a dog or prevent entry. Maintain the fencing, enclosure, gate, restraint, supervision, visitor procedure and other controls required for the dog, property and jurisdiction.
Which material, size and mounting option should I choose?
Polypropylene is the default rigid option. Self-adhesive vinyl is supplied in packs of three for a clean smooth surface, 3 mm Corflute suits temporary placement, and Colorbond steel provides a stronger mechanically fixed face. The landscape sizes are 300 × 225 mm, 450 × 300 mm and 600 × 450 mm. Optional holes apply only to rigid materials.
What volume discounts apply?
Automatic volume pricing is 5–9 signs: 8% off, 10–24 signs: 15% off, 25–49 signs: 24% off, 50–99 signs: 32% off, 100+ signs: 40% off. The configurator is the source of truth and updates the unit price as quantity changes.
