City of Parramatta is reminding residents to be responsible pet owners and have their pets microchipped and registered.
All cats and dogs in NSW must be microchipped and registered by 12 weeks of age or before being sold, ensuring a pet is returned safely if lost.
City of Parramatta Lord Mayor Cr Pierre Esber said Council is committed to promoting responsible pet ownership and reminded residents of the free microchipping available to the community.
"All cats and dogs need to be registered and microchipped - it is incredibly important, "Cr Esber said.
"Microchipping not only aids in reuniting lost pets with their families but also acts as a deterrent to pet theft and illegal breeding.
"By making microchipping more accessible and convenient, we hope to encourage responsible pet ownership and reduce the number of lost or stray pets in our community."
To register your pet, residents will need:
- A certificate of identification
- A completed Lifetime Registration (R2) Form
- Proof your pet has been desexed, if applicable (e.g., Certificate of Sterilisation or receipt containing microchip number from a vet or a statutory declaration from a previous owner stating that the cat or dog has been desexed)
- Any document entitling you to a discount (pensioner concession card, veterans' card, registered breeder membership card etc).
- If claiming the pound or shelter rate, proof of purchase after 29 October 2015 and from an approved rehoming organisation.
