Pets and animals

Looking after animals is an important part of community life.

In this section, you’ll find practical information about pet registration, off-leash areas, microchipping, and animal care.

It also covers Council’s role in managing issues like barking dogs, lost pets, and responsible ownership.

Whether you’re welcoming a new pet, reporting a concern, or just want to know the local rules – this is the place to start.

Pet registration and identification

Find out what's required to register a companion animal and how to do it.

Lost and found pets

Find everything you need to know about reporting, recovering, or reuniting lost and found pets in the Kiama area, including local contacts and helpful tips.

Dogs

Learn about responsible dog ownership, barking concerns, clean-up rules, and regulations for dangerous, restricted, or menacing dogs.

Dog off-leash areas

Find out where your dog can safely explore off-leash in the Kiama area, plus important rules and restrictions to keep everyone safe and happy.

Cats

Understand responsible cat ownership, local regulations, and how to minimise impacts on wildlife while outlining Council’s role in managing cat-related issues.

Other animals

Learn more about keeping other animals at home as well as managing wildlife encounters, including rules for backyard pets, livestock, and what to do if you spot snakes or aggressive birds.