Lost dogs and cats

If your dog or cat is missing

1. Search online for your lost dog or cat 

Visit the Lost Dogs Home Cranbourne website to search for a lost dog or search for a lost cat. If your search is unsuccessful and you live in Cardinia Shire, please go to step 2. 

2. Update your pet's microchip details

If you have recently moved or changed your contact details, update the microchip details as soon as possible on the Central Animal Registry website

3. Ensure your pet's registration is up to date

You may call Council on 1300 787 624 and speak with our Customer Support team.

We will check that your contact information is up to date on your pets registration or add an additional contact for you.

If your animal is not registered you may do so online to ensure your animal has the best chance of being reunited with you.

Report a wandering dog or cat

If you have found a dog or cat that is lost, call us on 1300 787 624

When your dog or cat may be taken to the pound

Dogs or cats may be taken to the Lost Dogs Home in Cranbourne if they are:

• found wandering
• are not securely confined to a property
• have out-of-date microchip details, or
• the owners cannot be contacted.  

How to make sure we can identify your pet if it goes missing

To help us reunite you with your pet in the event it becomes lost, make sure your pet:

• is registered with council 
• is always wearing its registration tag
• the microchip information is accurate and up-to-date. To update microchip details go to the Central Animal Records website

It’s also a good idea to put a tag on your pet’s collar with your phone number and/or address. 

What happens to animals taken to the pound?

Animals in the pound are held for about 8 days before being taken to the Lost Dogs’ Home, where their health and character is assessed. Suitable animals will be put up for adoption.