New State Government microchipping laws in force from 1 November

The City’s Manager Community Safety & Emergency Management, Trevor Prentis said from 1 November dogs older than three months must be microchipped as well as registered.

 

“The new rules will help identify lost dogs and quickly reunite them with their owners, reducing inconvenience and pound costs,” he said. 

 

“Failure to comply with the registration and microchipping requirements under the Western Australia Dog Act 1976 can result in a fine of up to $5,000.  The City will accept dog registrations without a microchip number, but owners must provide the number before 1 November to avoid an infringement notice.

 

“The City asks dog owners who are yet to microchip their pet, to take them to a vet as soon as possible. The procedure is quick and costs on average about $70.

 

“After microchipping is done, owners are asked to let the City know so that records can be updated.  If pets are already microchipped, owners are asked to kindly pass these details onto the City as soon as possible,” Mr Prentis said.

 

Records can be updated online, by telephone, fax or in person at the Wanneroo Civic Centre or the Council counter at Clarkson Library.

 

The City encourages all responsible dog owners to comply with the new State laws.