Pets and animals

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Cat registration and permits

Find out how to register your cat, renew an existing registration, transfer ownership and apply for breeding or multiple-cat permits.

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Cat ownership

Understand your responsibilities as a cat owner, including registration requirements, management and restricted areas within the City.

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Dog registration and permits

Find out how to register your dog, renew an existing registration, transfer ownership and apply to keep multiple dogs.

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Dog ownership

Understand your responsibilities as a dog owner, including registration requirements, barking prevention and prohibited areas.

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Barking dogs

Learn how to report a barking dog.

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Dog exercise areas

Find out where dogs can be exercised on-lead and off-lead and the location of dog waste bag dispensers.

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Lost and found pets (Animal Care Centre)

Lost or found a cat or dog? Learn how to report a lost animal, check for impounded pets, and collection fees and requirements.

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Pet adoption (dog and cat)

Find out how to adopt unclaimed cats and dogs from the Animal Care Centre, including adoption fees and what to consider before you adopt.

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Horse ownership

Learn the rules for keeping horses in the City of Wanneroo. Find information on property size and exercise areas.

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Beekeeping

Find beekeeping requirements, including mandatory registration and when a beekeeping permit is required.

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Feral animals

Learn how the City manages feral rabbits, foxes and cats, the control methods used, and how to help keep your pets safe.

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Livestock

Find out which livestock you can keep on your property and your responsibilities as an owner.

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Pests and vermin

Learn about common household and environmental pests, including flies, rats, midges and mosquitoes, shot-hole borer and more.

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Poultry

Find out how many poultry you can keep on your property and your responsibilities.

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Pigeons

Learn how to manage pigeons in the City of Wanneroo.

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Wildlife protection and management

Learn how to protect local wildlife, including helping injured animals, avoiding magpie swooping and staying safe around snakes.