All dogs kept in Glenorchy must be registered with Glenorchy City Council.
Registration is required by law under the Dog Control Act 2000.
All dogs kept within the Glenorchy municipality must be registered with Glenorchy City Council in accordance with the Dog Control Act 2000 (Tasmania).
Dog registration helps support responsible pet ownership, community safety and animal management services across the municipality.
Registration also assists Council in returning lost dogs to their owners and maintaining accurate animal management records.
When to register
Dogs must be registered within 30 days of:
- Turning 6 months old
- Moving into the Glenorchy municipality
- Acquiring or adopting a new dog
Dog registrations must be renewed annually, with renewals due on 1 October each year.
Owners are responsible for ensuring their dog registration remains current and all details are up to date.
Why dog registration matters
Dog registration supports a range of important community and animal management services, including:
- Returning lost dogs to owners
- Managing dog exercise areas and facilities
- Supporting animal management and compliance services
- Promoting responsible dog ownership
- Assisting with public safety and nuisance management
Registration also helps Council maintain accurate records and respond effectively to animal-related incidents.
Fees
Registration fees vary depending on factors such as:
- Whether the dog is desexed
- Whether the dog is microchipped
- Whether the owner holds an eligible concession card
Current registration fees are available in Council’s Fees and Charges schedule.
Discounts and concessions
Discounts may be available for:
- Desexed dogs
- Dogs owned by pension or concession card holders
- Microchipped dogs
Supporting responsible pet ownership through desexing and microchipping helps improve animal welfare and community safety outcomes.
How to register or renew
Dog registrations and renewals can be completed in several ways.
- Online – Register or renew online through Council’s website.
- In person – Visit Council’s Customer Service Centre during business hours.
- By phone – Phone: 03 6216 6800
Microchipping
All dogs must be microchipped by the time they are 6 months old.
Microchipping must be carried out by a qualified veterinarian or authorised implanter.
Microchips help identify dogs and significantly improve the chances of lost pets being returned to their owners quickly and safely.
Owners should ensure their contact information linked to the microchip database remains up to date.
Keeping your dog under control
Dog owners are responsible for ensuring their dogs are properly supervised and under effective control at all times.
In public areas:
- Dogs must be on a lead unless within a designated off-leash dog exercise area
- Owners must clean up after their dogs
- Dogs must not harass or threaten people, wildlife or other animals
Dogs must also be securely contained on private property and not allowed to stray.
Lost dogs
If your dog is lost, missing or has been seized by Council, contact Council as soon as possible.
Council may assist with:
- Lost and found dog enquiries
- Seized dog information
- Release arrangements and fees
- Returning identified dogs to owners
Microchipping and registration greatly improve the likelihood of dogs being reunited with their owners quickly.
Contact us
For dog registration enquiries or animal management assistance, please contact us:
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