The below registration fees are applicable for the registration period from 10 April 2025 to 9 April 2026 (note: new applications received from now onwards will be registered until 9 April 2026.
Dogs
| Fee type |
Standard Fee |
Discounted Fee* |
|
Entire dog
|
$208
|
$104 |
|
Desexed dog
|
$64
|
$32 |
| Initial Shelter Adoption |
$20 |
Not Applicable |
|
Working dog
|
$69
|
$34.50 |
| Dog over 10 years |
$64
|
$32 |
|
Dangerous
|
$560
|
Not Applicable |
|
Menacing or restricted breed
|
$460 |
$230 |
| Guard dog |
$208
|
Not Applicable |
|
Assistance dog
|
No charge
|
|
| Foster Dog |
$7 |
Not Applicable |
Cats
| Fee Type |
Fee |
Discounted Fee* |
|
Entire cat fee
|
$151
|
$75 |
| Desexed cat - initial registration |
no charge |
|
|
Desexed cat fee
|
$50
|
$25 |
| Cat over 10 years |
$50
|
$25 |
| Foster Cat |
$7 |
Not Applicable |
Other fees
| Fee Type |
Fees |
|
Transfer from another shire (current registrations only)
|
$9 |
Fee descriptions
Full fee (with or without concession)
Applies if your pet does not fit into one or more of the discounted fee categories outlined below. If you own an animal that has not been microchipped as a result of veterinary advice, you may still be eligible for the reduced fee. Contact us on (03) 5422 0333 for more information.
Desexed cat - initial registration
From July 2018, Council introduced a new initiative to waive the initial registration fees for desexed cats. Proof of desexing should be provided with your registration form.
Discounted fee* (with or without concession)
To be eligible, your pet must be microchipped, and, one or more of the following (proof required):
- registered with an approved animal organisation such as the Victorian Canine Association or FCC
- Obedience Trained with an approved obedience training organisation
- desexed
- over 10 years old.
Concessions
*To be eligible for a concession you must provide proof of a current pension card. Health Care cards and student cards are not accepted.
Partial registration fee
For new pet registrations submitted between 1 January and 9 April you may be eligible for a discounted registration fee as set by Council.
Registration renewals will be charged at the full registration fee.
Working Dogs
To be eligible for a reduced registration fee you must engage in primary production as your primary source of income. Your dog must herd, drove, protect, tend or work stock on land used solely or primarily for primary production.
Assistance Dog
Greyhounds and registered racing dogs
If you own a greyhound as a pet, normal registration requirements apply. If your greyhound is registered with Greyhound Racing Victoria, it doesn’t need to be registered with the Council.
Note: Owners of registered racing dogs may be required to obtain a planning permit if multiple dogs are kept on a private property. Contact us on (03) 5422 0333 to discuss your situation.
Dangerous, menacing or restricted breed dogs
If you own a dog that has been declared dangerous, menacing or restricted breed you must declare this at the time of registration. Heavy penalties apply for owners who fail to declare this information or do not comply with the obligations and responsibilities outlined in the Domestic Animals Act 1994