Pet Registration
By the time your dog or cat is 6 months old it must be registered with a local council in NSW. Registration involves a one-off payment that covers the animal for life.
Registration is different to microchipping, however it can only be done once the animal is microchipped.
You may find the following forms and brochures helpful:
- Information for Cat Owners
- Information for Dog Owners
- Information about Restricted/Dangerous Dogs
- Change of Owner/Details Form
- Permanent Identification Form
- Lifetime Registration Form
How much is the registration fee and what is required?
Below is a list of the current registration fees and the requirements. Please note that the fee is a “one-off” payment which covers your pet for life.
| Registration Type |
Fee |
Evidence Required |
|---|---|---|
| Undesexed dog/cat |
$150 |
|
| Desexed dog/cat |
$40 |
|
| Desexed dog/cat owned by a pensioner |
$15 |
|
| Undesexed dog/cat owned by a registered breeder |
$40 |
|
For clarification as to which registration fee applies to your pet, contact Council on 9840 9814.
How do I register my pet?
You can bring the fee and the appropriate documents to Council's Customer Service Centre at 16 Memorial Avenue, Merrylands between 8am and 4.30pm weekdays to register.
If you can't come in person you can post a cheque or money order for the fee along with a copy of your documents to:
Holroyd City Council
PO Box 42
MERRYLANDS NSW 2160
Why do I need to register my pet?
The simple explanation for why you have to register your animal is because it’s the law! The Companion Animals Act 1998 provides for an on the spot penalty of $165 for failure to register your pet by 6 months of age.
For more information about animal registration contact Council on 9840 9814 or visit the Department of Local Government website on www.dlg.nsw.gov.au
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