Door knocking for pet registration begins soon

Trained and licensed Regi-Check ambassadors, operating on behalf of Council, will be visiting a selection of households, reminding them to register any new pets or re-register their pets. Regi-Check ambassadors will not ask residents for money or issue fines.

They will be wearing hi-vis vests, will carry official identification and will inform residents of their purpose for visiting. Signage will also be placed in areas where the door knocking is being carried out.  

In Cardinia Shire all cats and dogs must be microchipped and registered with Council as soon as they are 3 months old.

Having pet registered with Council and ensuring they wear a registration tag with up-to-date contact details, allows us to easily and quickly reunite lost or roaming animals with their owners. Roaming pets pose a major threat to the wildlife in their local areas by disturbing natural habitats and potentially spreading diseases. 

Animal registration is a critical component of responsible pet ownership and animal welfare. It is mandated by law under the Domestic Animals Act 1994, and failure to comply can result in substantial fines and even higher penalties if the animals are impounded.

Pet registrations must be renewed by 10 April each year. Registration and payment can be made online, over the phone or in person at Council’s Customer Service Centre.

Upon conclusion of Regi-Check’s door knocking, all properties with animals identified will be followed up by Council’s Compliance Officers.

Learn more at www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/petregistration