Desexing your pet

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Desexing your pet can be a great choice if you are unlikely to want to breed from your pet. Dogs and cats can be safely desexed from three months of age.

Why should I desex my pet?

  • Desexed dogs and cats can be better behaved and are less likely to roam.
  • Desexed cats are less likely to yowl at night or spray strong smelling urine.
  • Desexing your pets can also be a health benefit, as it can prevent them from getting certain types of cancer.
  • You'll also be helping to avoid contributing to the problem of pet overpopulation in Victoria.
  • We give discount registration and permit rates for pets that are desexed. The savings keep be substantial, as registration is required annually.
  • Dogs and cats can be safely desexed from three months of age.

Desexing programs

For a limited time, Darebin Council is offering free cat desexing in partnership with the wat djerring Animal Facility.

Also available for free through the program:

  • Microchip
  • Vaccination
  • Flea and worm treatment
  • Free first-year registration

To participate in the program, register your interest below.

Apply for free cat desexing

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