Permission to train dogs for third parties or to instruct the training Issue
Dog training in Germany is regulated by the Animal Welfare Act (TierSchG). Anyone who trains dogs or offers training on a commercial basis—that is, in a systematic, ongoing manner and for a fee (this also includes dog sports clubs that offer training to non-members)—is required to obtain the appropriate permit under the TierSchG.
Particular emphasis is placed on demonstrating the expertise (professional knowledge and skills) of prospective dog trainers. This is typically done through a theoretical exam (e.g., the DOQs test) and a practical exam. External dog trainer certification programs that took place in the presence of an official veterinarian can generally be recognized.
The focus is on protecting dogs from pain, suffering, or harm caused by training methods that violate animal welfare laws (use of force). The use of training aids that violate animal welfare laws (suchas electric collars, remote trainers,or prong collars) is prohibited.
A permit under the Animal Protection Act (TierSchG) is required for:
- Dog training
- Guidelines for dog training
- Responsible authority: State Office for Consumer Protection (LAV)
The application must include at least the following information:
- a detailed description of the planned business activity,
- the location of the business (business address),
- Information about the applicant, owner of the business (name, address, date and place of birth),
- contact information for the applicant (phone number, email address)
- Information about the person responsible for the business activity, if different from the business owner (name, address, date and place of birth),
- Written evidence of the responsible person’s qualifications,
- Information on the animal species and the respective number of animals to be covered by the activities,
- Information regarding the premises and facilities: floor plan, site sketch, and a description of the animal housing facilities, including dimensions.
The following documents must be attached to the application:
- Evidence of the applicant’s good character:
- Extract from the Central Trade Register,
- police clearance certificate
- Evidence of the responsible person’s expertise and reliability.
For example:- relevant training certificates,
- evidence of internships, work shadowing, etc.
- Degree certificates,
- certificates of continuing education,
- Evidence of many years of experience working with the respective animal species
- A prerequisite for obtaining the permit is proof of your expertise regarding the respective animal species and your reliability.
- The premises and facilities must allow for the feeding, care, and housing of the animals in accordance with legal requirements and must be suitable for the planned activity and comply with animal welfare standards.
This is determined in accordance with the applicable state administrative fee regulations or the fee schedules of the agencies responsible under state law.
- Submit your application to the State Office for Consumer Protection (LAV) by mail or email to Tierschutzgewerbe@lav.saarland.de.
- Use the application form available via the link below
- Submit the required documents, which will first be reviewed for completeness.
- Subsequently, we will assess whether the evidence of professional competence and reliability can be deemed sufficient.
There is no deadline.
- Appeal
- For more information on how to file an appeal, please refer to your notice.
- Lawsuit before the Administrative Court
There are no notes or special considerations.
The text was automatically translated based on the German content.
A permit under the Animal Protection Act (TierSchG) is required for:
- Dog training
- Guidelines for dog training
- Responsible authority: State Office for Consumer Protection (LAV)
The application must include at least the following information:
- a detailed description of the planned business activity,
- the location of the business (business address),
- Information about the applicant, owner of the business (name, address, date and place of birth),
- contact information for the applicant (phone number, email address)
- Information about the person responsible for the business activity, if different from the business owner (name, address, date and place of birth),
- Written evidence of the responsible person’s qualifications,
- Information on the animal species and the respective number of animals to be covered by the activities,
- Information regarding the premises and facilities: floor plan, site sketch, and a description of the animal housing facilities, including dimensions.
The following documents must be attached to the application:
- Evidence of the applicant’s good character:
- Extract from the Central Trade Register,
- police clearance certificate
- Evidence of the responsible person’s expertise and reliability.
For example:- relevant training certificates,
- evidence of internships, work shadowing, etc.
- Degree certificates,
- certificates of continuing education,
- Evidence of many years of experience working with the respective animal species
- A prerequisite for obtaining the permit is proof of your expertise regarding the respective animal species and your reliability.
- The premises and facilities must allow for the feeding, care, and housing of the animals in accordance with legal requirements and must be suitable for the planned activity and comply with animal welfare standards.
This is determined in accordance with the applicable state administrative fee regulations or the fee schedules of the agencies responsible under state law.
- Submit your application to the State Office for Consumer Protection (LAV) by mail or email to Tierschutzgewerbe@lav.saarland.de.
- Use the application form available via the link below
- Submit the required documents, which will first be reviewed for completeness.
- Subsequently, we will assess whether the evidence of professional competence and reliability can be deemed sufficient.
There is no deadline.
- Appeal
- For more information on how to file an appeal, please refer to your notice.
- Lawsuit before the Administrative Court
There are no notes or special considerations.
The text was automatically translated based on the German content.