Cat and dog registration

All cats and dogs from 12 weeks (3 months) of age need to be registered and permanently implanted with a microchip. Once registered, the council issued registration tag should be attached to the animal's collar and remain on your dog or cat at all times.
 
Every April, you will receive a renewal notice for your pet's registration. If you would like to receive your renewal notice via email, please ensure council has your correct email address on file. Fees can be paid at council's customer service centers located at:
  • Stawell Town Hall: 59-69 Main Street, Stawell, VIC 3380 
  • St Arnaud Town Hall: 40 Napier Street, St Arnaud, VIC 3478
A reduced fee applies to animals that are desexed and microchipped, VCA or FCC registered, or over 10 years old and carrying an identifying microchip.
 
The 'onus of proof' of any of the above is on the applicant. For example, providing documentation such as proof of desexing, should be forwarded to support the application.
 
If you wish to register your animal with Northern Grampians Shire, please complete the New Registration Form below.
 
Please note: This form is for new animal registrations only. If you wish to pay your animal registration fee, please call (03) 5358 8700 for assistance.
 
If the animal is deceased or its details have changed from the description on the registration notice, please notify council and forward the appropriate supporting documents.

New Animal Registration Form >>

Declared dangerous dogs (other than guard dogs) and restricted breed dogs (including Pit Bull Terriers) cannot be registered with Northern Grampians Shire Council.

 

The maximum number of dogs and/or cats allowed on one property is as follows:

  • Less than two hectares in area - two dogs and two cats.
  • More than two hectares in area - four dogs and four cats.
  • If you have more than the allowed number of cats/dogs you will need to apply for an Excess Animal Permit.
  • The fee for an excess or prohibited animal permit is $79.00.

Excess/prohibited animals application form >>

Halls Gap became a cat free zone on 21 October 1993.

No occupier of property in the Halls Gap area (maps 35, 36 and 37 of the Northern Grampians Planning Scheme) may keep a cat in their possession.

If you are caught housing cat(s) in a cat free zone, council will enforce a Notice to Comply. Offenders may receive infringements of up to $100.

If you know someone that may have cat(s) or kitten(s) and they are residing in the cat free zone please contact council on 03 5358 9096.

Wondering where your pet registration fees go? They contribute to services that help to keep our furry friends and our community safe, including:

  • Dog parks, including off-leash parks and fenced dog parks.
  • Dog poo bags.
  • Running of pound and shelter facilities.
  • Discount incentive schemes for new registrations.
  • Picking up stray cats and dogs.
  • Animal management staff to support the collection and return of stray animals to owners.
  • Registration tags for each of your registered dogs and cats.
  • Attending to nuisance complaints such as barking complaints, cat and dog trespassing complaints, wandering and stray animals.
  • Attending to and investigating dog attack/bite/rushing incidents.
Pet registration is a part of responsible pet ownership, as well as being a legal requirement under the Domestic Animals Act 1994. Registration renewal is due on April 10 every year for all councils in Victoria.

Contact Us

Phone

03 5358 9096

Email

community.safety@ngshire.vic.gov.au

Fees

View cat and dog registration fees and charges

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