Category: Victoria

Pet registration benefits Every dog and cat 3 months of age and over must be registered with your local council. What animals must be microchipped in Victoria? All cats and dogs must be microchipped before registration with council for the first time. While horses do not have to be registered with council, if they are […]

In Victoria, foxes are found in a range of environments including urban areas, alpine heaths, rainforests, coasts and the Mallee. Victorian habitats are highly favourable for foxes. Are there foxes in Melbourne? Red foxes are widespread in Victoria and have been present in inner Melbourne since the 1930s and have adapted to become an established […]

Matebeleland North province. It is situated in Matebeleland North province in the North West corner of Zimbabwe. The local authority is situated in IV Natural Region. Which part of Zimbabwe is Victoria Falls? province of Matabeleland NorthVictoria Falls, popularly known as Vic Falls, is a resort town and city in the province of Matabeleland North, […]

Hamsters are illegal to own or transport into Australia. This includes all states. Hamsters are considered “pests” by the Australian Government and legislation has been put in place to prevent their keeping. Can you have a hamster as a pet in Australia? All introduced mammal species are prohibited as pets unless listed as exceptions. A […]

It is necessary to obtain a licence from the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (Phone 136 186 Customer Service Centre) to keep most species of frogs in captivity. All species of native amphibians are protected in Victoria under the Wildlife Act 1975. Do you need a Licence to own frogs in Australia? Native […]

It’s important to report cane toad sightings Cane toads pose an extreme threat to Victoria’s native species. They compete for food, may carry new diseases and pathogens, poison with their toxic glands and can rapidly expand and colonise new areas. Are toads in Victoria poisonous? “Exotic toads such as cane toads pose an extreme threat […]

All species of native amphibians are protected in Victoria under the Wildlife Act 1975. However, a wildlife licence is not required to keep the following amphibians for private purposes, provided they have come from a lawful source. Do you need a Licence for an axolotl in Australia? There are no restrictions on cats, dogs, guinea […]

First, applicants who are younger than 18 years need signed consent from a parent or legal guardian. Secondly if the wildlife involves venomous snakes, then the holder must provide documentation showing their competency with the application. The duration of this licence is one or three years. How do I get a reptile licence in Victoria? […]

Every dog and cat 3 months of age and over must be registered with your local council. How much is pet registration in Victoria? Registration and renewal fees 2022-23 ​Dogs ​Fee ​Concession fee Full​ ​$195 $97.50 ​Other ​$320 n/a ​Exempt ​Free ​​Free ​Free​ ​First year free ​First year free Do cats need to be registered […]

A Wildlife Specimen licence is required to keep any prepared or mounted specimens of wildlife for non-commercial purposes. Do you need a license to own a bearded dragon in Victoria? Did you know? Bearded Dragons are a popular pet in Victoria. They are relatively easy to keep, quiet and don’t need much space. However, in […]