Alfie Council's office dog is first off the starting blocks with the new 2018/19 Western Bay registration tag.

Western Bay dog owners will be receiving this year's registration information in the mail, or via email, this week, along with Council's newsletter Dogs of the Western Bay.

Registration is due by 1 July 2018 but owners have until 1 August to pay before any penalties apply, says the Western Bay of Plenty District Council.

"This year's tags are green and all the information on the fees and how they apply to different dogs (de-sexed, unneutered, dangerous, working and assistance dogs etc.) is available on Council's website www.westernbay.govt.nz/dogregistration

"If your or your dog/s details have changed from last year you can update your information online at www.westernbay.govt.nz/dog-payment or on your registration form when you make payment."

For any queries please contact Council's customer services team, phone 0800 926 732 or email [email protected]