Unrestricted Burning Period

The Unrestricted Burning Period is in effect. Residents in rural zoned areas can burn at any time without a permit, but must do so safely and responsibly. Burning is not allowed on days with a HIGH or greater Fire Danger Rating or during a Total Fire Ban. Read more about how the Unresricted Burning Period works.

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Responsible Dog Ownership

Dog owners must follow local laws, including registering and microchipping their dog, keeping dogs on a lead in public places, and cleaning up after them. Failure to follow these rules may result in on-the-spot fines.

Dog owner responsibilities

Owning a dog is a rewarding experience, but it comes with important responsibilities. To keep your dog safe and healthy, ensure it has clean water, a secure yard, regular vet check-ups, and daily exercise.

If you own a dog in the City of Kwinana, you must follow these rules to ensure the safety of your dog and the community:

Microchipping and Registration
  • All dogs over three months old must be microchipped and registered with the City.
  • Registration cannot be accepted without proof of microchipping.
Identification
  • Your dog must wear a collar and registration tag in public places.
  • The collar must also include the owner’s name and address.
Behaviour and Control
  • Train and engage with your dog to prevent nuisance behaviour.
  • Keep your dog under control at all times, including in dog exercise areas, rural areas, and public places.
  • Follow special rules if you own a greyhound or a Dangerous Dog (restricted breed, declared dangerous, or used for security).
Cleaning Up After Your Dog
  • Always pick up after your dog in public areas such as beaches, parks, and footpaths.
Pensioner Discounts
  • Discounts apply for holders of a Pensioner Concession Card, State Concession Card, Veterans Card, or a Commonwealth Seniors Card (with a Seniors Card).
  • You must show proof at the time of payment.

Keeping More Than Two Dogs in Kwinana

If you want to keep more than two dogs on your property, you must get written approval from the City of Kwinana.

How to Apply

  • Contact the City to request an application form:
  1. Phone: 08 9439 0200
  2. Email: customer@kwinana.wa.gov.au
  • Complete the application form and submit it to the City’s Administration Building.
  • Pay the non-refundable application fee at the time of submission.

Keeping More Than Five Dogs

If you want to keep more than five dogs, your property may be classified as a kennel under the Dog Act 1976, which may require extra approvals from the City.

Microchipping and Registering Your Dog

Under the Dog Act 1976, all dogs over three months old must be microchipped and registered with the City of Kwinana.

When registering your dog, you must provide the microchip details to the City. Microchipping helps identify lost dogs and allows the City to contact the owner if a dog escapes or wanders into public areas.

It is the owner’s responsibility to keep their contact details updated with the microchip registry. Registration and contact details should also be kept up to date with the relevant authority.

How do I microchip my dog?

Microchipping can be carried out by your local vet. A dog may be exempt from microchipping if a vet issues a certificate stating that implanting a microchip may adversely affect the health or welfare of that dog.

What happens if I don’t microchip my dog?

Under the Dog Act 1976, it is mandatory for all dog owners to microchip their dog if it is over three months old. Penalties may apply for not microchipping your dog.

How do I register the microchip number?

During registration process, the City will require proof of microchip and microchip number to record against dog registration details to ensure the City is able to identify and contact the dog owner.

Exemptions

You may apply for an exemption if your dog has a vet certificate stating that implanting a microchip may adversely affect the health or welfare of your dog.

Please provide a copy of the vet certificate to the City by email to customer@kwinana.wa.gov.au or

In person to the City’s Administration Offices on Corner Gilmore Avenue and Sulphur Road, Kwinana WA 6167

Dog Sterilisation

Sterilising your dog helps reduce the number of unwanted dogs in the community. It can also prevent undesirable behaviours linked to the heat cycle and reduce the impact on other dogs in the area.

There are health and behavioural benefits to sterilisation, and owners also receive a discount on dog registration fees.

For more information, speak to your local vet about sterilisation.

Dog Sterilisation Refund

If your dog is registered with the City of Kwinana and has recently been sterilised, you may be eligible for a partial refund on registration costs.

To apply, visit the City’s Administration Offices at Corner of Gilmore Avenue and Sulphur Road, Kwinana WA 6167. You must provide proof of sterilisation.

Updating Your Dog’s Registration Details

If your details or your dog's information changes, please notify the City of Kwinana. You can do this by visiting the City’s Administration Offices at Corner of Gilmore Avenue and Sulphur Road, Kwinana WA 6167.

It is important to update the City if:

  • You have changed your address, phone number, or email.
  • Your alternate contact person or their details have changed.
  • Your dog has a new owner.
  • Your dog has been sterilised (a signed Sterilisation Certificate is required).
  • You are now a Senior or Pensioner (proof is required for registration discounts).
  • Your dog has passed away.

Keeping your details up to date helps ensure the City has the right information if your dog is lost or if there are any issues with your registration.

Dog excreta (poo)

If your dog excretes, (does a poo) on a street or in a public place, you must remove and appropriately dispose of it. Should you fail to collect and remove your dog’s excreta (poo) this may result in the issuing of penalties.

Contact Us

Please contact the City for more information on 08 9439 0200 or email customer@kwinana.wa.gov.au, visit us in person City’s Administration Offices on Corner Gilmore Avenue and Sulphur Road, Kwinana WA 6167.

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