Pets and animals

Check this section if you own a pet, are thinking about owning a pet, want to know how to be a responsible pet owner, or are experiencing problems with pets in your neighbourhood.

Pet ownership

Australia has one of the highest rates of pet ownership in the world. As important members of your family, council wants to ensure they are safe, well cared for and not a problem to the community.

Microchipping and registration

The law requires most cats and dogs to be microchipped and registered with the local Council. Find out more about getting your pet microchipped and registered.

Lost and impounded animals

If you have lost your pet or found someone else’s pet, check below for more information.

Annual permits

Find out more about annual permits that apply to non-desexed cats and dangerous/restricted dogs.

Dangerous dogs

Dangerous and restricted breeds of dogs can be a serious problem for the community if they are not managed properly.

Stock control

Stock animals such as cattle, sheep, horses and goats must be kept under control, so they do not cause damage to property or endanger life if found straying along roadsides.

Native wildlife

Council staff are not authorised to deal with native animals such as magpies, snakes, lizards, possums, koalas, kangaroos.

Pigeons

Council staff are not authorised to deal with pigeons.

The NSW Pet Registry is managed by the Office of Local Government and is the digital home for cats and dogs. This online resource is available for cat and dog owners to update contact details, report missing pets, transfer ownership, and pay most lifetime registration fees online. 

The NSW Pet Registry can be found at NSW Pet Registry

 

 

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