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.
Rights of a cat living outside of the house – German Law
A case discussion about outdoor cats, neighbouring properties and the limits of competing interests.
Bee Law in Germany
An overview of legal issues in beekeeping, including neighbours, liability and the regulation of the activity.
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.
The 5-Fs Rules on Animal Welfare
An introduction to the animal-welfare discussion around the five freedoms and practical husbandry conditions.
“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.