Microchip registries

A dog’s microchip must be recorded with an accredited national registry, and the owner must keep contact details up to date.

Dogs in Tasmania can be registered with any of the following services:

• Australasian Animal Registry
• Central Animal Records
• Global Micro Animal Registry
• Petsafe

Racing greyhounds can also be registered with the Tasracing Integrity Unit.

Checking and updating details

Check which registry a dog is on using the Pet Address search. If the registry has closed, Pet Address can also be used to find and transfer the record to another accredited registry.

Under the law, owners must notify the registry of changes to their address or phone number, or if the dog is sold or given away.