If you own a pet, they must be microchipped and lifetime registered with the NSW Pet Registry.
This is a legal requirement and can help to reunite you if your pet is missing.
Microchipping is a legal requirement. Head to the Office of Local Government's website to find out what's required for microchipping.
A vet or accredited implanter should microchip your pet and complete a Permanent Identification form as part of the process when your pet is 12 weeks of age or before being sold or given away (whichever happens first).
The microchip has your pets identifying number on it that links your pet with you. This gives lost, injured or stolen pets the best chance of being reunited with their owner.
Registering your pet is also a legal requirement, head to the Office of Local Government's website to find out what’s required to register a pet.
Go to the NSW Pet Registry to complete your pet's registration.
Pet owners seeking to register assistance animals, working dogs or dogs kept for breeding purposes will still need to carry out registration at a local council.
Some eligible pensioners will also need to be assessed for eligibility by their local council. If this applies to you, contact us.
Keeping your pets details current is also a legal requirement.
You should update details:
- if you change your address or personal contact details
- if you sell or give away your pet - you must notify NSW Pet Registry or Council within 14 days
- if your pet passes away - you must notify NSW Pet Registry or Council within 28 days
- if your pet goes missing - you must notify NSW Pet Registry or Council within four days - Lost a Pet
To update your, or your pet's details, go to the NSW Pet Registry.
Please note: Changes of pet ownership are the responsibility of the previous owner.
Forms
You can access a range of forms related to changing ownership, registering pets and updating your details on the Office of Local Government's website.
If you need to make a statutory declaration to Council, you can use the form below: