Dog registration in Katherine is compulsory for all dogs once they reach 3 months of age.

Registration is for 12 months and runs out on 30 June of each year. Initial or follow-up registration can be established at the Civic Centre. When registering your dog for the first time, where applicable you need proof of desexing, (e.g. a certificate or letter from the vet).

Keeping More Than Two Dogs

Policy for Registration of more than two dogs

1. 1. An application form, Pursuant to By-law 14, to be lodged
   2. A licence fee of $69.00 per annum to be paid on application.
   3. The written consent of the registered proprietor of the property to be lodged with the application.
   4. A maximum of four dogs per residential unit to be licensed.
   5. The residential property to be inspected to ensure adequate facilities are provided.
   6. Adjoining residential properties to be advised of the application.
   7. The licence is to be endorsed with the condition that the residential unit may, after written notice, be inspected to confirm the conditions of the licence are being complied with.
   8. All licences expire on the 30th June, issued pro-rata to the next complete month.
   9. The Council reserves the right to refuse to issue or renew a licence at any time.
   10. The Council reserves the right to cancel a licence at any time and refund, on a pro-rata basis, any outstanding fees.
   11. The Applicant, to be notified, in writing, Pursuant to By-Law 15, and the fee refunded in full within 28 days when an application for a licence is refused.
   12. The Council reserves the right to vary Clause 3.
   13. Application for a licence, under this Policy, for American Pitbull Terrier will not be permitted.