How can I microchip my pet?

Microchipping gives your pet a permanent identification number that can help a vet, council or animal welfare organisation contact you if your pet is found.

How to microchip your pet

● Ask your vet or another authorised microchip implanter to check whether your pet is already microchipped and arrange implantation if required.

● Keep a record of the microchip number and confirm which registry holds your pet’s details.

● Keep your contact details up to date. If you’re not sure which registry holds the chip, PetAddress can help identify it. If you don’t know the number, ask a vet, council or animal welfare organisation to scan your pet.

Check the rules where you live

Microchipping and registration requirements differ across Australia, including when a pet must be microchipped and who can implant the chip. Check the current official guidance for your state or territory before relying on an age, transfer or registration deadline.

● ACT — Official pet-registration and microchipping guidance

● NSW — NSW Pet Registry

● NT — Find your local council or relevant NT authority 

● Queensland — Queensland Government pet-care and microchipping guidance

● South Australia — Official microchipping guidance and Dogs and Cats Online

● Tasmania — Official microchipping requirements for cats and dogs

● Victoria — Agriculture Victoria microchipping guidance

● Western Australia — WA Government microchipping guidance