Project Status: When you need to do this
- When you’ve adopted, purchased or been given a dog.
- When you’ve moved to our local area from interstate or overseas.
It’s compulsory for all dogs over 12 weeks of age to be registered either with your local Council or the NSW Pet Registry.
If you're a local resident with a pension card, have an assistance dog or you’re an international student you must register with us. You may be entitled to discounted pet registration.
What you need to do
It’s a one-off fee to register your dog, even if ownership changes.
All dogs in NSW are legally required to be registered. There are on the spot fines of $330 (minimum) for owning a dog not been registered with a council in NSW.
It costs $78 to register a puppy before it is 12 weeks old. Your pup must be microchipped by a breeder or vet before it can be registered. You'll need to complete a pet registration R2 form and permanent identification P1A form to register your dog.
If it’s more than 28 days after your puppy turns 12 weeks, late fees apply and registration increases to $100.
There’s an additional fee of $184 if you don’t desex your puppy by 6 months of age. If your vet recommends late desexing, they must update the microchip or provide a late desexing recommendation letter. This needs to be done before your pup turns 6 months.
Registration for a non-desexed dog over 6 months of age costs $262. If you don’t pay within 28 days of your dog turning 6 months, late fees apply and the total cost to register is $284.
If you’re unable to register online with the NSW Pet Registry, contact us on 02 9265 9333 or [email protected] for help.
Forms
Download forms from the NSW Pet Registry.
- Change of owner C3A
- Non-desexed cat and dog fees form
- Permanent identification P1A
- Restricted or dangerous dog annual permit
- Update your details C3C
- Verification of existing microchip M1
Stat dec
You may need to complete a statutory declaration to claim official ownership of your pet.
