Pet Health Guides

How Many Pets Can You Keep in Australia? A Practical Guide

How many pets can you keep in Australia? The answer depends on your local council, animal type and property approvals. Brisbane allows up to two dogs without a permit, while three or more dogs require permission. More than three cats also requires a permit unless development approval applies. Learn how to check your own council's rules and prepare before adding another pet.

9 Sept

8 min read

Import Dog to Australia: 9 Steps to Get It Right

Planning to import a dog to Australia? This practical nine-step guide explains country groups, microchip records, rabies vaccination, RNATT testing, DAFF permits, veterinary checks and Mickleham quarantine. It also covers confirmed Australian charges, the six-month minimum timeline and common mistakes that delay travel. Use the three-record check to keep your pet's identity, dates and documents consistent from the first veterinary appointment to arrival.

8 Sept

6 min read

Restricted and Dangerous Dog Breeds in Australia: Import Ban and Declarations Explained

Confused by restricted and dangerous dog breeds in Australia? Learn which five breeds face the Commonwealth import ban, how council declarations differ, and what owners should do after receiving a notice. This guide separates import rules from state and local requirements, explains NSW and Victorian review pathways, and provides a practical ABCD check for recording deadlines, evidence and documents before you buy, import, transfer or relocate a dog.

7 Sept

7 min read

Cat Curfew Australia: 6 Rules Every Owner Should Check

Cat curfew Australia rules vary by territory, state and council. The ACT requires containment for cats born after 1 July 2022, while Victorian councils can introduce local 24-hour containment orders. This guide explains the postcode test, registration obligations, changing Western Australian powers and practical steps for creating a safe contained routine.

6 Sept

7 min read

Free & Subsidised Pet Desexing in Australia: How Council, State and Charity Programs Actually Work

Full-price desexing can cost hundreds. See how council, RSPCA and National Desexing Network programs work, and who qualifies.

Renting with Pets in Australia: What Changed in NSW (and How Other States Compare)

NSW's 2025 rental reform changed pet rules. Compare NSW, VIC, QLD, WA and SA, and see what landlords can and cannot refuse.

Dog & Cat Registration and Microchipping Laws in Australia: Why the Rules Change by State

Registration rules for dogs and cats vary by state in Australia. Compare microchip age, fees and penalties for NSW, VIC, WA, QLD and SA.

Vet Costs Are Rising in Australia: Is Pet Insurance Actually Worth It?

Vet fees are rising fast in Australia. Real 2025 AVA and PetSure data on consultation, emergency and insurance costs — plus how to budget and find a vet.