The City of Karratha is a pet-friendly City. The City encourages responsible pet ownership and microchipping is compulsory.
All dogs over the age of 3 months must be registered, with renewals due by 31 October each year.
You may choose to complete a once-off lifetime registration to save renewing each year.
Registering your dog or renewing an existing registration
You can register your dog or renew its registration in the way which best suits you:
New dog registration:
- Complete the Online Dog Registration Form to register your dog. Once submitted, the City will review your application, and a member of the Customer Service team will contact you to confirm your registration details and arrange payment. Or;
- Download the Dog Registration PDF Form and return:
- in person at the City of Karratha Administration Building on Welcome Road, Karratha between 8.30am and 4.30pm Monday to Friday. Remember to bring any supporting documentation (proof of microchip, sterilisation and/or concession).
- by mail by posting the completed renewal form to City of Karratha, PO Box 219, Karratha WA 6714. Once received, the City will review your application, and a member of the Customer Service team will contact you to confirm your registration details and arrange payment.
Renewals:
- Dog registration renewals can be paid online
Registration options and fees
| Sterilised Dogs | ||
|---|---|---|
| Registration Option | Regular Cost | Concession Cost |
| 1 year | $20.00 | $10.00 |
| 3 year | $42.50 | $21.50 |
| Lifetime | $100.00 | $50.00 |
| Unsterilised Dogs | ||
|---|---|---|
| Registration Option | Regular Cost | Concession Cost |
| 1 year | $50.00 | $25.00 |
| 3 year | $120.00 | $60.00 |
| Lifetime | $250.00 | $125.00 |
Terms and Conditions
All dogs must be microchipped. Please contact your vet for information on microchipping or sterilising your dog. Sterilising usually occurs at 4 to 6 months.
Sterilisation and microchip certificates must be included with your registration application for a Sterilised Dog.
Please notify the City of any changes, such as ownership, address, or on the death of your dog.
Concession rates apply for dogs owned by pensioners where proof of concession is submitted.
Dog registrations are valid until 31 October each year. If you first register your dog after 31 May, half the normal fee is applicable for one year registration (for the initial registration only).
Dogs declared as dangerous are only eligible for a one-year registration period and must be registered at the full applicable fee.
Microchipping
Microchipping your pets is a safe and effective method of reuniting you with your pet if they become lost.
Your local vet can provide microchipping services.
Sterilisation
The City and its partner agencies offer a range of sterilisation programs to support the community.
To be considered for sterilisation assistance, dogs should be free from ticks and fleas and in good general health. Affordable tick and flea treatments are available from local retailers. Dogs showing signs of illness or with existing medical conditions, including ehrlichiosis (E. canis), may require veterinary treatment or assessment before being eligible for sterilisation assistance.
Please contact Ranger Services on 9186 8555 to discuss which options may be available to you and your pet.
Can I have more than 2 dogs?
An application is required to keep more than two dogs on your property, this is considered on a case-by-case basis.
Complete the application for exemption form and submit via email to enquiries@karratha.wa.gov.au or in person at the City of Karratha Administration Building, Welcome Road, Karratha between 8.30am and 4.30pm, Monday to Friday.
Documents
Dog Registration Form
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