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CITY OF DARWIN BY-LAWS 2023
42Offence of unregistered dog or cat
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42 Offence of unregistered dog or cat (1) A person commits an offence if the person keeps an unregistered dog or cat in Darwin for a period of 3 months or longer. (3) The following persons are exempt from clause (1): (a) a City employee or contractor who keeps a dog or cat in a pound; (b) a person or entity that provides animal protection or welfare services; (c) a veterinarian who keeps a dog or cat for treatment.