Registration and microchipping play a crucial role in reuniting lost dogs with owners.
Registration and renewal requirements
Dogs may be registered for a period of one year, three years, or lifetime. Dog registration requirements include:
- All dogs must be registered and microchipped from the age of three months.
- Failing to register or microchip your dog may lead to a fine.
- Providing an alternative contact person when registering your dog is recommended. This can provide City Officers with an alternative contact if your dog has been found and you are not contactable.
- Animals registered for one year or three years, are required to renew their registration on 31 October in the year of registration expiry.
- Dogs must wear a collar displaying a current registration tag.
- It is recommended that a name tag with owner’s contact name and number is attached to the dog’s collar.
- Dogs must be on a leash in public areas and near play equipment, unless otherwise specified.
- Dogs must be under control at all times.
- Pick up all dog waste when out with your dog.
- Your property must have adequate fencing to confine your dog.
How to register your new dog
Register your dog:
- Online: Complete the New Registration Application or a Dog Form
- In person: Visit the Customer Care Centre, City of Joondalup, 90 Boas Avenue, Joondalup WA 6027
- Mail: Download and complete the registration form below and mail to City of Joondalup, PO Box 21, Joondalup WA 6919.
Renew dog registration
The City will send you a reminder when your registration is due for renewal.
Renew your dog registration:
- Online: complete the Animal Registration Renewal Payments
- In person: visit the Customer Care Centre, City of Joondalup, 90 Boas Avenue, Joondalup WA 6027
- Mail: Complete the renewal form provided and mail to City of Joondalup, PO Box 21, Joondalup WA 6919.
Important note: You will require the animal number allocated to your dog on your renewal notice.
Registration refunds
If your dog was registered before it was sterilised, you may be entitled to a refund. To apply for a refund, complete the Application for a Refund Form.
Important note: Refunds only apply for sterilisation of your dog, no refunds are available for dogs that have passed or for dogs leaving the state.
Dog registration fees
Dog registration fees as of November 2013.
| Fee type | 1 year | 3 year | Lifetime |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unsterilised dog | $50 | $120 | $250 |
| Sterilised dog | $20 | $42.50 | $100 |
| Pensioner fee for sterilised dog* | $10 | $21.25 | $50 |
| Pensioner fee for unsterilised dog* | $25 | $60 | $125 |
| Dangerous dog (1 year only) | $50 | N/A | N/A |
*Pensioner concessions apply to holders of the following current cards:
- Pension Concession Card (issued by Centrelink or Department of Veteran Affairs) or
- State Concession Card or
- A WA Seniors Card together with a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card.
*Healthcare cards and Department of Veterans Affairs Gold, White and Orange Cards are not accepted.
A copy of current concession card(s) must be submitted at the time of application for concessions to be applied.