New dog and cat laws

New laws for cat and dog owners come into effect on 1 July 2018.

The laws and rules include:

• Mandatory microchipping of cats and dogs

• Desexing of dogs and cats born after the 1 July 2018

• New rules for breeders who sell dogs and cats

• Introduction of a statewide database, called Dogs and Cats Online.

These new laws will simplify dog registration process, make it easier to reunite lost dogs and cats with their owners, help identify and put a stop to puppy farms and reduce euthanasia rates.

**Information taken from the dog and cat management board website: http://www.dogandcatboard.com.au/new-dog-and-cat-laws/