Legally speaking: are animals just things?
An introduction to the legal status of animals under German civil law and its significance for everyday disputes.
Animals Regulations for the Entry into the European Union
An archive introduction to travelling into the EU with dogs, cats and ferrets. Check current requirements for your route before travelling.
Bee Law in Germany
An overview of legal issues in beekeeping, including neighbours, liability and the regulation of the activity.
Purchase of an animal: Check-List
Questions to ask before purchasing an animal, from the seller’s identity to health records and the purchase agreement.
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.
Federal Nature Conservation Act – Wolves Decisions
A historical discussion of a wolf-related nature conservation dispute and the role of administrative court review.
Transport of animals: the last tribunal resolutions
An archive report on court proceedings concerning animal transport and the assessment of welfare risks.
“Hundesteuer” – German Tax on Dogs
An archive introduction to municipal dog taxation. Rates and exemptions depend on the relevant local rules.
German Animal law
A starting point for the legal responsibilities associated with keeping animals in Germany.