Regional Dog Register – Lower Saxony Regulation
An archive overview of dog registration in Lower Saxony and the distinction between registration and other owner obligations.
Hundeführerschein: The Dog Owner License in Germany
An introduction to dog-owner competence requirements and why the applicable regional rules matter.
What is Animal Liability Law in Germany?
A guide to the types of accidents that can lead to animal liability claims and insurance questions.
Barking at the garden fence
A case discussion about a dog at a garden fence and a passer-by’s resulting injury.
Scared passersby
A case concerning frightened passers-by and damage allegedly caused by freely running dogs.
“Dogs must be on leash”
Historical decisions involving leash requirements, animal incidents and responsibility for treatment costs.
Male dog holder does not have to be liable for mating
A historical dispute following unplanned mating and a claim for compensation.