The cost of pet registration in Australia can vary depending on the state or territory in which you reside, as well as factors such as whether the pet is desexed, whether you qualify for any concessions and whether the pet is classified as a dangerous or restricted breed. Here are some registration fee ranges:
| Registration Type | Registration description | Current Fee | Fee from 1 July 2023 |
| Dog – Desexed (by relevant age) | Registration fee for an animal desexed by the relevant desexing age | $69 | $75 |
| Dog – Desexed (by relevant age – eligible pensioner*) | Desexed animal owned by an eligible pensioner | $29 | $32 |
| Dog – Desexed (sold by pound/shelter) | Desexed animal sold by an eligible pound or shelter | $0 | $0 |
| Dog – Not Desexed or Desexed (after relevant age) | Combined registration fee and additional fee for an animal not desexed by the relevant desexing age | $234 | $252 |
| Dog – Not Desexed (not recommended) | Animal with written notification from a vet that it should not be desexed | $69 | $75 |
| Dog – Not Desexed (not recommended – eligible pensioner)* | Animal owned by an eligible pensioner with written notification from a vet that it should not be desexed | $29 | $32 |
| Dog – Not Desexed (recognised breeder) | Animal not desexed and kept by a recognised breeder for breeding purposes | $69 | $75 |
| Dog – Working | Working dog | $0 | $0 |
| Dog – Service of the State | Dog in the service of the State, for example, a police dog | $0 | $0 |
| Assistance Animal | Assistance Animal | $0 | $0 |
| Cat – Desexed or Not Desexed | Registration fee | $59 | $65 |
| Cat – Desexed (eligible pensioner*) | Desexed animal owned by an eligible pensioner | $29 | $32 |
| Cat – Desexed (sold by pound/shelter) | Desexed animal sold by an eligible pound or shelter | $0 | $0 |
| Cat – Not Desexed (not recommended) | Animal with written notification from a vet that it should not be desexed | $59 | $65 |
| Cat – Not Desexed (not recommended – eligible pensioner*) | Animal owned by an eligible pensioner with written notification from a vet that it should not be desexed | $29 | $32 |
| Cat – Not Desexed (recognised breeder) | Animal not desexed and kept by a recognised breeder for breeding purposes | $59 | $65 |
| Registration late fee | To be paid if registration fee has not been paid within 28 days after the date on which the animal is required to be registered | $19 | $21 |
It’s important to note that, there may be different fee structures for different categories of pets (e.g., working dogs, assistance dogs) or different concessions available for pensioners or other eligible individuals. It’s advisable to check with your local council or relevant authorities for the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding pet registration fees in your specific area.