The label will be attached to the offending dog’s microchip and registration, and means the owner must comply with strict control requirements under NSW legislation.

The outcome came out of a meeting of the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council’s dangerous dog panel.

The dog’s owner was also fined $550 for a dog which rushed at, attacked, bit, harassed or chased a person or animal.

However, victim of the dog attack, Brendon Cotterill, said he was frustrated with the process, and questioned how the council would police such a label.

“I’m very annoyed actually, because it really means nothing,” Mr Cotterill said.

According to the council’s records, it was the first time the dog had been investigated or complained about.

A spokesman for the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council said all members of the community had the right to be in public spaces without the fear of dogs that were not under effective control.

Since January 2016 to late September, 31 people were fined for not having their dog under effective control. This compared with 22 fines issued in 2015.

The council provides seven designated off-lead areas for dogs, including a new site in Googong.

The council has sought funding to run workshops on responsible pet ownership in the region, including the need to register and microchip animals. Statistics show that dog attacks have not increased in recent years, with 2015 and 2016 statistics similar. The council’s spokesman said they were making every effort to address the problem and ensure the frequency of attacks was reduced.

While Mr Cotterill was disappointed with the outcome, he said he had to move on. “Life must go on, [there’s] not much point wasting time worrying,” he said.