How to register your cat
The Cat Act 2011 requires all cats over the age of six (6) months to be sterilised, microchipped and registered. Registration will not be accepted until your cat is sterilised and microchipped.
Cats should be registered before 31 October each year.
To register your cat please:
- Complete the Cat Registration Form
- Ensure you have the following information:
- Completed registration form
- Payment (see fees below)
- Proof of concession card holder (if applicable)
- Proof of microchipping (and sterilisation if applicable)
- Submit the completed form, payment and documents to the City of Kwinana:
- In person at the Administration Office
- By post to PO Box 21, Kwinana WA 6966.
If you wish to pay by credit card, you will need to completed the Credit Card Payment Form and submit it with your registration form.
Cat registration fees
Description | 1 Year | 3 Years | Lifetime |
Non-pensioners | $20.00 | $42.40 | $100.00 |
Pensioners/Concession Card Holder | $10.00 | $21.25 | $50.00 |
Discounts are also available for new cats registered after 31 May.
How to register your dog
The Dog Act 1976 requires all dogs over the age of three (3) months to be microchipped and registered.
Registration will not be accepted until your dog is microchipped.
Dogs should be registered before 31 October each year.
To register your dog please:
- Complete the Dog Registration Form
- Ensure you have the following information:
- Completed registration form
- Payment (see fees below)
- Proof of concession card holder (if applicable)
- Proof of microchipping (and sterilisation if applicable)
- Submit the completed form, payment and documents to the City of Kwinana:
- In person at the Administration Office
- By post to PO Box 21, Kwinana WA 6966.
If you wish to pay by credit card, you will need to complete the Credit Card Payment Form and submit it via post only to PO Box 21, Kwinana WA 6966 along with your registration form.
Dog registration fees
Please note, pensioner concession card holders receive 50% discount on the following fees.
Length of registration | Unsterilised dog | Sterilised dog | Restricted/dangerous dog |
1 year | $50.00 | $20.00 | $50.00 |
3 years | $120.00 | $42.50 | N/A |
Lifetime | $250.00 | $100.00 | N/A |
Discounts are also available for new dogs registered after 31 May.
Breaches and penalties
Breaches of registration requirements will be addressed and failure to register your cat/dog may incur a fine of $200 fine or further legal action.
For further information on cat and dog registration and ownership please contact City Assist on 9439 0200.
Find out more about Responsible Pet Ownership in the City of Kwinana.