How can I change the ownership of my cat or dog?
Download and complete a change of ownership form. The form should then be sent to Hornsby Shire Council.
OR
Visit the NSW Pet Registry at https://www.petregistry.nsw.gov.au/
Dog and cat registration fees
| Dog – Desexed (by relevant age*) | $78.00 |
| Dog – Desexed (eligible pensioner) | $34.00 |
| Dog – Desexed (sold by pound/shelter) | $0 |
| Dog – Not Desexed or Desexed (after relevant age*) | $262.00 |
| Dog – Not Desexed (not recommended) | $78.00 |
| Dog – Not Desexed (recognised breeder) | $78.00 |
| Dog – working | $0 |
| Dog – service of the state | $0 |
| Assistance animal | $0 |
|
Cat – Desexed or Not Desexed (Not desexed cat annual permit) |
$68.00 $96.00 |
| Cat – Eligible Pensioner | $34.00 |
| Cat – Desexed (sold by pound/shelter) | $0 |
| Cat – Not Desexed (not recommended) | $68.00 |
| Cat – Not Desexed (recognised breeder) | $68.00 |
| Dog – Dangerous or Restricted – Permit fee | $230.00 |
| Registration late fee | $22.00 |
| Permit late fee | $22.00 |
| *Sold by approved pound/shelter | $0 |
* Relevant age for dogs is 6 months of age
* Relevant age for cats is 4 months of age
Updated July 2024
- Information sheet - Dog Lifetime Registration and Fees (PDF 40KB)
- Information sheet - Cat Lifetime Registration and Fees (PDF 39KB)
For more information on registration fees please visit https://www.petregistry.olg.nsw.gov.au/registration-and-permit-fees