Animals
The City of Sydney recognises that pets are an enormous source of pleasure and companionship for many people. We welcome and encourage responsible pet ownership in the Local Government Area.
Pet Identification and Lifetime Registration
Everything you need to know about registering your pet with the City of Sydney.
Change of Owner/Details
How to change ownership details when a cat or dog is sold or given away.
Companion Animals Policy
The Companion Animals Policy contains information about responsible pet management for the benefit of the whole community.
Deceased Pets
Instructions on what to do should your pet die.
Pet Desexing
Information about pet desexing.
Off-Leash Areas
Specially designated areas where people can walk and exercise their dogs in the City of Sydney Local Government Area.
Pet Education
Pet ownership makes an enormous difference in people's lives, and parks where the public can gather with their pets draw people together, build community and break down isolation.
Complaints
The City's approach to handling excessive barking and other problems associated with domestic pets.
Restricted Breeds and Declared Dangerous Dogs
Legal and procedural Information for residents on Restricted Breeds and Declared Dangerous Dogs.
The Companion Animals Act
The NSW Government legislation that governs the responsibilites of those who own a companion animal such as a cat or dog.
Further Sources of Information
Useful information for pet owners provided by other organisations.
