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APPROVED INSPECTION PROGRAM - Dogs and Cats

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ANIMAL REGISTRATION - Dogs and Cats

ALL Cats and Dogs regardless of where they are kept must be registered with the Council. *

ALL Cats and Dogs born after 8 September 2010 must be microchipped.

The Tablelands Regional Councils local laws that commenced on 1 January 2012 regulate the numbers of cats and dogs that can be kept on urban (residential) and rural residential properties.

Property Type	Number of Animals **
Property smaller than 450m²	1 dog, 1 cat
Within a residential complex ***	1 dog, 1 cat
Urban (residential or in town)	2 dogs, 2 cats
Rural Residential	3 dogs, 3 cats

Council offers some discounts for animal registrations including free registration for working dogs, puppies and kittens (under 3 months) see Councils website for a list of current fees and registration requirements.

* An exemption exists for bona fide "working dogs". Further information regarding the definition of a working dog can be obtained from Council.
** In exceptional circumstances the Council may grant approval for excess numbers of animals to be kept.
*** A Residential Complex means a complex comprising of more than two joined residential units

For further information please contact Tablelands Regional Council on 1300 362 242 or visit the website at:

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APPROVED INSPECTION PROGRAM - Dogs and Cats

ANIMAL REGISTRATION - Dogs and Cats