Victoria

Pet registration rules

Checked 20 Jul 2026Source: agriculture.vic.gov.au

Cats and dogs must be microchipped and registered annually with your local council; fees vary by council, desexed pets get discounts.

Renting with pets

Checked 20 Jul 2026Source: consumer.vic.gov.au

Landlords cannot unreasonably refuse a pet request; refusal requires applying to VCAT.

First-year plans

• Puppy first-year plan
• Kitten first-year plan

Restricted dog breeds

Places