Dog Registration
All domestic dogs over three months old that permanently reside in the Cassowary Coast Region must be registered with the Council. It is important to also make sure your dog is microchipped
New Dog Owners & Residents
- Did you know that puppies under 6 months of age can be registered for free!
- New dog owners must register their dog within 14 days of ownership.
- New residents must register or transfer their dog’s registration within 14 days of moving to the region.
Important Registration Information
- Dog registrations are valid for 12 months (1 July – 30 June).
- 50% Discount applied for desexed dogs
- 50% Discount applied for pensioners
- When you register a new dog you will receive a lifetime tag—keep this on your dog at all times. Replacement tags are available if lost.
- Registration Renewal Notices will be sent will be sent in May/June with payment due before June 30 for valid registration.
- Please ensure your contact details are up to date.
- Moving house – update your dog’s details here.
- Leaving the region – cancel your dog’s registration here.
Quick Links
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Dog registration applications can be lodged with the appropriate registration fee:
- Online by completing the dog registration form– New Dog Registration Form
- Renew your dog registration by completing the online form here
- Over the phone by calling Council's Customer Service team on 1300 763 903
- In person by visiting Council's Customer Service Centres
To register your dog you will need the following:
- Dog microchip number.
- Proof of desex for discounted registration fee, if applicable.
- Proof of pension for discounted registration fee, if applicable.
- Appropriate form of payment for applicable fee as stated on the ‘Application for registration of Dog’ form.
Once dog registration is completed you will receive:
A life-long dog registration that needs to be attached to dog collar
Good Dog Owners Guide brochure.
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Proof of Ownership – If your dog gets lost or is in an accident, registration and microchipping give you the best chance of being reunited.
Saves You Money – Registering your dog costs less than the fine. An unregistered dog could land you a fee of over $225.
Supports Your Community – Registration fees help fund important animal management services.
Do the right thing—register and microchip your dog today!
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Registration Type
Annual Fee
Half Year Fee
Pensioner Fees (Annual/Half Year)
New registration – entire animal
$150.00
$75.00
$75.00/$37.50
New registration – desexed animal
$35.00
$17.50
No charge for first dog. Second and subsequent dogs $17.50/$8.75
Dogs under 6 months
No charge
No charge
No charge
Working Dogs and Assistance Dogs
No charge
No charge
No charge
Replacement Tags (1st replacement tag is free)
$13.20
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$13.20
Dogs adopted from Cassowary Coast Paws and Claws refuge
No charge
No charge
No charge
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Once registered all dogs will receive one life-time dog tag.
The life-time tag is to be attached to the registered dog’s collar, where it is visible.
If the life-time dog tag is lost, stolen or damaged, dog owners can request a replacement tag: online here, over the phone by calling Council’s Customer Service Team on 1300 763 903 or in person by visiting Council’s Customer Service Team
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If you and your dog have moved, you will need to update your dog’s registration details.
Update your details online by filling out this form
Over the phone by calling Council’s Customer Service Team on 1300 763 903
In person by visiting Council’s Customer Service Team
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If you have sold or given your dog to a new owner you will need to transfer the existing registration, providing details of the dog and new owner. You can do this:
Over the phone by calling Council’s Customer Service Team on 1300 763 903
In person by visiting Council’s Customer Service Team
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What is a working dog?
Under the Animal Management (Cats and Dogs) Act 2008, a working dog is defined as a dog usually kept or proposed to be kept:
• on rural land and
• by an owner who is a primary producer, or a person engaged or employed by a primary producer and
• primarily for the purpose of droving, protecting, tending or working stock Or being trained in droving, protecting, tending or working stock.
Can I Register My Working Dog?
Yes! While you are not legally obligated to register your working dog council does allow you to register for free. Registration is a great way to ensure your dog can be quickly and easily identified should it become lost.
To register your working dog:
• Complete a Working Dog Registration Application
• Attach proof that you are a primary producer or employed by a primary producer
Then keep your details up to date to ensure we can contact you should your animal ever become lost.
If your dog retires and becomes a pet, you simply need to update your dog’s status with council and
the registration fee will be charged from the next registration period.
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Assistance dogs are working animals that are specially trained to help people who are living with physical disabilities to move around, do everyday activities and tasks, and be more independent. They are also called service dogs.
Guide, hearing, mobility support and psychiatric assistance dogs are eligible for free registration with Council.
Do I need to Register my Assistance Dog?
Yes! You must still submit an assistance dog registration form and provide a copy of:
A current appropriate handlers’ identification card, and
A copy of a certificate or other written confirmation from the Department of Communities, Child Safety and Disability Services, showing the dog is certified as a guide, hearing or assistance dog under the Guide, Hearing and Assistance Dogs Act 2009.
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Dogs that are involved in a reported incidence may be declared a ‘Regulated Dog’ under the Queensland Government’s Animal Management (Cats and Dogs) Act 2008.
In Queensland, regulated dogs include:
Declared menacing dog
Declared dangerous dogs
For more information regarding regulated dogs visit the Declared Regulated Dogs: Restricted, Dangerous or Menacing.
Due to the nature of owning a regulated dog that may pose a higher risk to the community, fees and charges differ to general dog registration:
Declared Dangerous/ Menacing
No pro-rata fees apply for Regulated Dogs
Declared Menacing Dog
$391.00
Declared Dangerous Dog
$629.00
Replacement Regulated Dog Sign - each
57.50 (inc. gst)
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