Cat desexing
Cats born after 1 July 2018 must be desexed by 6 months of age, or within 28 days of taking ownership.
Desexing your cat can prevent antisocial behaviours and unwanted litters, as well as provide some good health benefits.
A vet may provide a desexing exemption for medical reasons.
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Cat owners
Being a cat owner comes with many responsibilities including desexing, microchipping, and microchipping (with registration).
Cat microchipping
Cat microchipping is compulsory in Australia for cats born or adopted after 1 July 2018.