Pet Exchange Register

As of 1 July 2019, any person or business advertising a dog or cat (including puppies and kittens) for sale or re-homing must be enrolled on the State Government Pet Exchange Register.

The Pet Exchange Register is an online database that will generate a unique 'source number' which identifies an individual, breeder, business or shelter and will improve the traceability of pets in Victoria. 

From 1 July, 2019,  it will be an offence to advertise animals without a valid microchip number and a Pet Exchange Register source number.

Both the person selling/giving-away the pet, and the publisher of the advertisement will face penalties if they fail to comply with new regulations.

Victorians looking for a dog or cat are encouraged to check the validity of a seller on the register before they bring their new furry family member home.

To find out answers to frequently asked questions, register an animal or login, please visit the Animal Welfare Victoria website below:

If you have any questions, please note this is a State Government project, they can be contacted via email at [email protected] or by calling 136 186.