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All dogs and cats born after the 30th June 1999 must be microchipped prior to a change of ownership or before the animal is 12 weeks old, whichever comes first and registered at six months of age.
All Councils in New South Wales are agents for the NSW Companion Animals Register. This is a State Government register which records identification and registration information for dogs and cats in NSW.
All dogs and cats born after the 30 June 1999 must be microchipped prior to a change of ownership or before the animal is 12 weeks old, whichever comes first. They must also be lifetime registered once they are six months of age. Register now - NSW Pet Register Annual Permit Form
When you register you will need a completed registration form available from www.olg.nsw.gov.au/public/dogs-cats/nsw-pet-registry/microchipping-and-registration/
You will also need to ensure your pet is permanently identified in the NSW Companion Animals Register. If you are unsure if your pet has permanent identification in the Register, please contact Council’s Customer Service Team on 02 6499 2222 – you will need to provide the 15-digit microchip number associated with your pet.
Registration Type Dogs & Cats | Registration Description | Registration Fee |
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Dog - Desexed* (by relevent age) |
Registration fee for a dog desexed by six (6) months of age. |
$75.00 |
Dog - Non Desexed (recognised breeder) |
Dog not desexed and kept by a recognised breeder for breeding purposes. |
$75.00 |
Dog - Desexed* (by relevant age eligible pensioner) |
Desexed dog owned by an eligible pensioner. |
$32.00 |
Dog - Desexed* (sold by pound/shelter) |
Desexed dog sold by an eligible pound or shelter. |
$0.00 |
Dog - Non Desexed or Desexed (after relevant age) |
Combined registration fee for a dog not desexed by six (6) months of age. |
$252.00 |
Working Dog, Dog - Assistance Animal, Dog - In Service of the State |
Working dog, or a dog in service of the state, or an animal under six (6) months of age training to be an assistance animal. |
$0.00 |
Cat - Desexed* or Not Desexed |
Desexed or non - desexed cat. |
$65.00 |
Cat - Desexed* (eligible pensioner) |
Desexed cat owned by an eligible pensioner. |
$32.00 |
Cat - Desexed* (sold by shelter or pound) |
Desexed cat sold by an eligible pound or shelter. |
$0.00 |
Cat - Not Desexed* (recognised breeder) |
Cat not desexed and kept by a recognised breeder for breeding purposes. |
$65.00 |
Annual Permit Fees | ||
Undesexed Cat |
Cat not desexed by four (4) months of age. |
$92.00* |
Dangerous Dog |
Dog declared to be a dangerous dog. |
$221.00* |
Restricted Dog |
Dog declared to be a restricted breed or restricted by birth. |
$221.00* |
*Proof of desexing, pensioner eligibility and approved breeder status must be presented at time of payment. *Late fees may apply. |
You can pay Lifetime Registration online providing your pet has already been Permanently Identified at: www.petregistry.nsw.gov.au/#/
However, you must have previously had your pet Permanently Identified through the usual process of:
Alternative payment method:
If you submit the completed Lifetime Registration form with Council via email council@begavalley.nsw.gov.au a member of Council’s Customer Service Team will contact you (please provide phone contact details) and you can pay your Lifetime Registration by providing credit card details over the phone.
The Companion Animals Act requires that you notify Council if:
Zingel Place
PO Box 492
Bega NSW 2550
Monday to Friday 9.00AM to 4.30PM
Administration building Zingel Place Bega
Australia
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