Ranger Department Animal RegistrationsThe discounted animal registration period is now, unforchunately over.Local Law No. 5 (Keeping and Control of Animals) 2001 and Subordinate Local Law No. 5 (Keeping and Control of Animals) 2001 outline that animals must be registered with the Cloncurry Shire from three months of age. The 2011-2012 fees and charges for animal registration are detailed below: Cats: Entire- $25 Micro-chipped- $18.75 Neutured- $15 Pensioner (first only)- $18.75 Dogs: Entire- $64 Micro-chipped- $48 Neutured- $38 Pensioner (first only)- $48 Application More than 2 Dogs- $30 Annual more than 2 Dog Permit- $96 Menancing Dog- $150 Restricted- $250 Other: Permit to keep Animals- $30 Annual Permit Fee- $90 Any animal that is found wandering or unregistered, that is captured by the Ranger will incur a $200 fine, as well as an $82 fine for a first impoundment, $130 for a second offence, $180 for the third offence and $18 a day sustenance. Please note: If any animal is found to a fourth offence it will be removed from your care. For all animals new to town, under three months of age and re-homed a discounted registration cost will apply for the first two months. The animal registration forms are below:
Animal Micro-chippingThe Qld State Government introduced the Animal Management (Cats and Dogs)Act 2008 in December 2010. The Act states that owners are responsible for their animals being micro-chipped over three months of age. Microchipping your pet is the best way to reunite with your animal if it becomes lost or stolen. From the time of implantation a record of your animal is kept on a database specific to the Micro-chip scanner and is accessible to all vets and pounds with a micro-chip scanner. Animal WelfarePlease be mindful that the days are getting hotter and that animals must be provided with daily clean drinking water, daily food to suit the breed, sufficent shelter and adequate shade. If you believe that an animal is being abused, please call the RSPCA or the Department of Primary Industries. Responsible Animal OwnershipOwning a pet is a major responsibility and a long term commitment. In order to ensure that your pet lives a happy and healthy life please read the helpful tips below:
Cloncurry Shire PoundThe pound is only open by appointment which can be arranged by contacting Council. The pound operating hours are as follows: Monday- Friday bewteen 9am and 2pm. Please be mindful for the charges listed above for an impounded animal.
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