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Pets and animals

We have one of the largest animal populations of any Victorian municipality, with over 40,000 cats and dogs registered (2025).

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Register a pet

To help keep your pets safe, you must register your cat or dog with us once they are 3 months old and renew this registration by 10 April every year. 

Renew a pet registration

You can renew your pet registration online, over the phone or in person

Change a pet registration details

It's important to keep your information up to date so we can reunite you with your lost pet.

Apply for a multiple animal permit

There are limits to the number of animals you can keep on your property. If you exceed these limits, you must apply for a multiple animal permit.

Report an animal issue

If you experience an issue with an animal, you can let us know by reporting it using one of our online forms.

H5N1 avian influenza (bird flu)

H5N1 avian influenza has been detected in Greater Geelong. Learn what to do to keep you and your pets safe.

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Registration renewals by email

Getting registration renewals by email is quick and saves money. You’ll need your last renewal letter handy.

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Animal welfare

If you have a concern about the welfare of any animal, pet or livestock, contact the RSPCA for advice and assistance.

Pet registration information

Pet registrations run from 10 April in each year and must be renewed annually.

Free first-year pet registration

Eligible cat and dog owners can register their pet for free in the first year with the City of Greater Geelong.

Cat containment commitment

Cat owners can receive at least 50 per cent discount on their registration by committing to keep their cats contained indoors or in a secure enclosure. Learn how the program works and why containment helps protect cats, wildlife and the community.

Lost and found pets

If we find your cat or dog in a public place, we will try and contact you.

Furry friends

Dogs in public places

Our region is home to hundreds of walking tracks, parks and recreation reserves where people can take their dogs.  

Preventing nuisance barking

Dogs are an important part of our community. They bark for many reasons. However, if excessive barking goes unchecked, it can become a nuisance to your neighbours.

Dangerous dogs and restricted breeds

Under Victorian law, we can declare a dog dangerous if it is involved in an attack on a person or animal.

News and updates

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H5 bird flu update

21 August 2026

H5N1 avian influenza has been detected in Greater Geelong

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Bees

Bees are an important part of our environment.

Pests

We are responsible for removing any pest infestations on public land we manage.

Keeping chickens or ducks

Keeping chickens or ducks is a great way to recycle your household food scraps.

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