What do registration fees go towards?

Queensland state government introduced the Animal Management (Cats and Dogs) Act 2008 (opens in new window) as a method of reducing the euthanasia rates of unwanted cats and dogs.

Registration fees are used to subsidise the animal management program which includes:

• The operation of the animal management centres.
• Resources (such as staff and vehicles) to investigate complaints.
• Registration system database required by legislation.
• Lost and found database to assist in reuniting lost animals with their owners.
• Responsible pet ownership education in local schools.