Cat Identification
The City or Stirling recognises two different methods of cat identification: A collar, with the owners name and either their address or phone number on it; or A micro chip embedded beneath the cat's skin holding the same information.
Cats in Prohibited Areas
Cats are prohibited within certain areas of the City. These areas are designated by the City of Stirling to protect local flora and fauna. If your cat is found in a prohibited area you may incur a fine.
The following are Cat Prohibited Areas:
- Star Swamp
- Carine Open Space
- Gwelup Open Space
- Trigg Bushland
- Herdsman Lake
- Jackadder Lake
- Dianella Regional Open Space
- Hamersley Golf Course
- Cottonwood Crescent Bushlands
- Mirrabooka Open Space
- Beach Reserves
A Fauna Protection Buffer Zone is an area extending 200 metres from the boundary of a Cat Prohibited Area.
Cat Permits
Permits are required if you have three or more cats in the City of Stirling. However, if you are within a Fauna Protection Buffer Zone, you may only keep one cat without a permit. If you have four cats you will need to apply for a cattery ($45). These rules do not apply to cats under the age of three months.
**IMPORTANT** Please note that HOUSEHOLD permits for up to 3 cats are now $18 and $9 (for pensioners).
If you are unsure about whether you need a permit please contact the City on 9345 8555.