Permit from the Public Order Office to keep an animal classified as dangerous (e.g., a fighting dog, venomous snake, or big cat).
Damit wir Obtain a permit to keep a dangerous animal mit dem zuständigen Ordnungsamt in Ihrer Stadt anzeigen können.
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Documents you need
Certificate of Competence in Animal Care · Identification card or passport
Responsible authority
The authority of your main residence
How to do it
In person or by post at the office
Costs
Je nach Gemeinde und Leistung – beim zuständigen Amt erfragen
Submit an application to the Public Order Office
Including information on the animal species, housing conditions, and proof of expertise.
Review of housing requirements
If necessary, an on-site inspection of the facility.
Notice of Approval with Conditions
Requirements regarding the safety, insurance, and identification of the animal.
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Who is eligible?
Individuals who wish to keep an animal classified as dangerous under state law.
Income limit
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 1 months
Success rate
approx. 50.0 % (estimate)
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.
This varies by municipality and service—check with the appropriate agency.
Typically about 30 business days—depending on the agency and its workload.