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Breeders

Whether your pet has had an accidental litter, or you are a professional, recognised breeder, the NSW Digital Pet Registry helps you meet your legal requirements as a breeder in NSW.

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Changes to dog breeding laws

Learn how recent amendments to NSW legislation impact your activities as a breeder in New South Wales. 

Breeder's legal responsibilities

We know you want to do the right thing for pets and new owners! Here's how.

Create a litter profile

Using the NSW Digital Pet Registry to create a litter makes microchipping appointments more efficient and cuts paperwork out of the equation.

Microchipping and registration

All cats and dogs are required to be identified with a microchip number before they are sold or given away. Keep up to date with the NSW Pet Registry's dynamic timeline for all your pets.

Transfer ownership

Transfer ownership of microchipped pets to NSW residents instantly using the NSW Pet Registry.

Register a breeding animal

Find out how to register your breeding pet on the NSW Pet Registry. You must do this at council and provide additional documentation.

Become a recognised breeder

Find out how to become a recognised cat or dog breeder in NSW.