10 Things NOBODY tells you about owning a dog in Germany

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Dogs in Germany are very well treated. They play a big part in society, therefore there are some rules and regulations all dog owners in Germany must follow.
In this video, we talk about the things you need to consider if you want to own a dog in Germany.
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00:00 - Introduction
02:27 - #1: Dogs pay taxes
03:12 - #2: Germany is very dog friendly
04:29 - #3: Dog parks
05:32 - #4: How to import a dog to Germany
07:16 - #5: Dangerous breeds
08:34 - #6: Dog liability and health insurances
13:31 - #7: Process to buy a dog in Germany
20:48 - #8: Dog owners need to have a dog license in some states
22:21 - #9: Rules for picking up dog 💩
24:00 - #10: Proposal of new dog law
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[@mayaangelou3791]

My impression is that Germans are sooo responsible… that’s why they may be mistakenly seen as “indifferent/hesitant”… but actually they do care .. and a lot … ❤️🇩🇪

[@ballerboy9561]

Lol

[@franhunne8929]

Dog-law is Ländersache - so each Bundesland has a different dog-law. In Niedersachsen we have nothing like dangerous dogs ... we here do not divide dogs by breed. But we have strict laws, too - humans can only own a dog if they have proven they are capable (dog-owner license). (Exceptions apply, ppl who owned dogs more than 7 years before the law obtained validity are excepted, for example). This dog-owner license demands a written and a practice test. All dogs need to be chipped. And dog-tax is a dog-avoidance tax - to stop people from having a whole pack, cities can decide what tax they think to be most appropriate. Service dogs (for the blind, for the disabled) are excempt from the taxes. I don't know if we do have "emotional support animals" in Germany. But the most important message of my comment is what I mentioned above - the laws about dogs differ by Bundesland. Our neighbours in North-Rhine Westphalia still do difference between dog breeds. Niedersachsen does not.

[@user-vm4ej4uv1q]

It is a moot point about any Bundesland discriminating or not regarding certain breeds, since Deutschland forbids a person from even bringing in said breed , e.g., so-called "Pitbulls." German laws are too strict, to the point of being extreme: too many monetary demands makes it difficult to impossible for people who want a dog and would be good caretakers to afford juming through all the bureaucratic hoops. Germans SAY they love dogs, but their laws show they really don't want anyone to own one.

[@insideAdirtyMind]

I was asked once: he: "Hey were are your stray dogs?" me: "We don´t have street dogs." he: "*surprised Pikachu face*" To the insurance: it really is needed....our beautiful dog is a very family friendly, never making trouble doggo, that once bit a medical helper in the hand when they entered the flat of my grandpa. My grandpa fell and needed an ambulance and was very nervous and anxious, so the dog wanted to protect him. She managed to get out of the (closed) room she was in and bit the first unknown man she saw....good thing we had an insurance, you never know. We felt bad for the poor medical helper, but everything went fine. Everyone is healthy again.

[@simplegermany]

Thanks for sharing your story Windgeist. We’re glad everyone is ok and things worked out 🙂

[@user-vm4ej4uv1q]

Medical workers should expect that anything can happen. It's part of the job. Germans are over-the-top litigious. It's one thing to legislate against racism, discrimination and neo-nazis, quite another to legislate good manners. Do people have to be threatened with being sued in order to act with good manners?

[@dunjak111]

9:40 Well, normally the owner just reports the accident to the insurance and they'll pay, without anyone being sued. ;)

[@user-vm4ej4uv1q]

Regarding the man who was startled to see someone's dog and fell: REALLY!?! Since these laws show the litigiousness of Germans re: liability, perhaps the dog owner should have sued for emotional pain and distress. And, really, an insurance company that pays a potential litigant on demand!? Find another insurance company that will fight for you and not assume it's your fault, then raise your premiums the following year.

[@arnodobler1096]

Mein Hund geht Flaschen sammeln um seine Hundesteuer zu zahlen! 🤣

[@ClaudiaTen]

A dog "test drive" 😂 Thanks for the video! ❤

[@evgeniia.875]

Thanks a lot! So deep and useful, great job!

[@rickyn1135]

The highlight of my Monday Mornings. 👏🏼

[@kingschmiddy9124]

if you are not allowed to keep a dog you can ask an animal shelter if you can go for a walk with a dog

[@user-vm4ej4uv1q]

Well, that was unhelpful - totally shows no empathy for someone who would like to have a dog.

[@katrinbethge3355]

Welpen dürfen frühestens ab der 8. Woche abgegeben werden. Wenn der Welpe aus dem Ausland kommt (z.B.. den Niederlanden) sogar erst mit 12 Wochen. Der VDH wurde schon korrigiert. Bei meinen Eltern kostet die Steuer pro Hund nur 36€. Den „Hundeführerschein“ muss man auch in NRW machen, ab der 20/40 Regel machen (ab 20kg/ab 40cm).

[@smulkstyte]

thaks for shering the informacion with us👌❤️

[@Nature4U1]

I absolutly love your energy! Thanks for the video 🐕

[@Bubim1]

In general the more rural the area the lower the dog tax tends to be. But it always depends on municipality and state laws. Also different states have different rules or lists regarding "dangerous breeds".

[@andream.g.3580]

Subscribed! I just love and trust this channel and its creators a lot. Always nice tips and accurate information.

[@simplegermany]

Thank you very much 😊

[@martianfacts]

Thank you so much for all the useful information you share with us in your channel, I am planning to move to Germany in the next few months and so far your videos helped me a lot to understand what to expect and prepare to do after that, I am also obsessed with dogs but unfortunately never had one because of many reasons and mostly my lifestyle so far (I mean I could have but I never wanted to be an irresponsible dog owner) But, I'm really lookong forward to the day that I would be completely ready to having one, Hopefuly after a year or sooner, after I moved in Germany. I really appreciate what you guys are doing in your channel and again thank you sooooo much, keep up the good work! ❤

[@simplegermany]

Yeah we totally get it and feel the same about dogs 😁. All the best in your move to Germany!

[@claragomezb.7849]

@@simplegermany I’m starting to realize that compiling a list of all the types of insurance one should have (as in, you better have it!) in germany is a really good idea. Have you guys done a video about it? I’d love to see it! This sort of thing makes me nervous 😅

[@vbvideo1669]

Very nice video! :)

[@jessicamartinezs8864]

Thank you very much, this video was pretty helpful, I’m going to move to Germany in 2 months with my dog. Kisses from Colombia 🇨🇴

[@eucarisspadafora7119]

Hey Jessica I just send your comment. I’m in Germany and I’m trying to bring my lab from Panama. Where you able to do it with ease? Can you share some tips?

[@jensschroder8214]

If you have a farm, the dog doesn't have to pay taxes. Those who tend sheep can also get a tax exemption for the dogs. Or you are blind and the dog is trained to lead you, then it will also be exempt from the tax. This can also apply to trained dogs that help with other diseases in humans. But it depends on the city / municipality. It is not allowed to let dogs run in the forest without a leash. If the dog is hunting animals in the forest and the hunter sees it, he is allowed to shoot the dog.

[@simplegermany]

Thanks for the insight Jens!

[@jhdix6731]

Well, hunters are only allowed to shoot the dog if certain criteria are met. In detail, these vary from state to state, but mostly require the dog to be actively hunting/chasing any wild animal, as well as clearly being out of your (i.e the owners) area of control. (--> www.mera-petfood.com/de/hund/ratgeber/jaeger/). BTW the law this is based on (§ 23 Bundesjagdgesetz) also applies to cats.

[@nelsonwesson653]

@@simplegermany Hello Beautiful lady,how are you doing and your family?

[@mayaangelou3791]

You both are very inspirational - kind, positive, and so pleasant 🥰 I love your channel- thank you! Very informative and positive attitude. I appreciate that you often acknowledge different perspectives and always aim to share the information in the most accurate way ❤️great cognitive flexibility! (e.g., clarifying the possibility that cat owners might prefer dogs but can’t have them 👌

[@simplegermany]

Thanks for your kind words 🥰

[@nelsonwesson653]

Hello Beautiful

[@michaelschuckart2217]

"Dog tax" also increases with the number of dogs, you own. For example first dog 90€/year, second dog 200€ or more. "Working" dogs are exempted.

[@user-vm4ej4uv1q]

What about therapy dogs ,e.g., for people with physical or emotional health challenges? Are their dogs taxed, too?

[@michaelschuckart2217]

@@user-vm4ej4uv1q "Working" dogs are exempted.

[@user-vm4ej4uv1q]

@@michaelschuckart2217 Danke!

[@lunastray]

If you really love dogs/animals, it should be always the "adopt don't shop" way!!! There are way too many dogs in shelters, so there is no need for breeders who are usually mainly interested in earning money.

[@maxhamilton8204]

“No need breeders, they interested to make money usually” is a false statement. I am saying this as a former dog breeder. For a breeder - and fan of a particular breed of dog - money is the last important thing. Of course we need money to cover our expenses regarding the breeding process. The dog shows, vacciness, prime food, puppy toys etc. are very expensive. We never do it for money. We breeding dogs because we love them to keep around us in higher number.

[@hmvollbanane1259]

That highly depends on what your reason for getting a dog is. If you want a dog for company and to pamper a dog from an animal shelter might be the perfect fit, especially if you want an already more docile and somewhat trained dog. However if you have e.g. young children and are looking for a family dog i would always get a puppy from a cerified breeder to ensure that it is socialised properly and spend enough time with its mother as well as having it grow up as part of the family pack so it knows its position in hierarchy from the start. My mother's family used to get dogs from the shelter when she was a child but after two incidents of different dogs seriously attacking the children over food when alone with them they and later my mother with our family turned to only getting properly bred puppies. A dog that is already grown, has unknown potential traumatic experiences in its past (which more often than not include children abusing them for fun) is just simply not safe to keep around children as it will never see them as being in the hierarchy above them. If you want a child compensation or just an awesome companion as an adult/ couple without or older children a dog from the shelter is great, however stay away from them if you have or plan on having children. And if your dog is supposed to fulfil a purpose like hunting, guarding or herding you won't get around either buying a grown animal from a trainer or a puppy to train for your specific needs and workstyle yourself.

[@user-vm4ej4uv1q]

Luna, I totally agree with you.

[@rosauraestrada6071]

It's like saying: if you want to have children don't have your own adopting is better. In my case like a have a puppy so that I can educate him the way a like. And here in Germany normally it's only big dog who are in adoption and for most people its better to take care of a little dog for example Chihuahua. My husband was searching for a small dog in the shelter but it was imposible to find one.

[@FFM0594]

Die Höhe der bestimmt die Gemeinde und ist überall unterschiedlich. In kleinen Gemeinden sie oft weniger Geld als in großen Städten. Auf dem Land kann man mit einer Hundesteuer zwischen 5 und 40 Euro für einen rechnen, in der Stadt dagegen schon mit 65 bis 186 Euro.

[@AP-RSI]

Gott, ich habe nicht gewusst, dass es in Deutschland so "bürokratisch" geworden ist, einen Hund zu besitzen. Als ich ein Kind war (ca. 50 Jahre her...), kam mein Vater mit einem kleinem Mischlingspudel nach Hause. Das war es... von da an hatten wir einen Hund! Da war nichts so kompliziert... und er lebte glücklich 16 Jahre bei uns! Und er rannte auch mal alleine durch's Dorf und keiner hat sich daran gestört, da viele Leute Hunde hatten.

[@karinland8533]

In den meisten Gemeiden gibt es die Hundsteuer schon lange, vielleicht wusstet ihr das nur nicht

[@AP-RSI]

@@karinland8533 Also vor 50 Jahren war bei uns davon nichts bekannt. Aber zu der Zeit war ich auch noch ein Kind!

[@IgorRockt]

@@AP-RSI Die Hundesteuer ist seit 1949 eine Gemeindesteuer (in der Weimarer Republik zaehlte sie zu den "oertlichen Abgaben"), also kann es tatsaechlich sein, das bei Ihnen zu Hause zu der Zeit keine Hundesteuer bezahlt werden musste - aber die Hundesteuer an sich gibt es in Deutschland schon seit dem 19. Jahrhundert (die erste Hundesteuer wurde schon 1810 in Preussen abgefuehrt - und eine Hundeabgabe gibt es sogar schon seit ca. 1500 in Mittel- und Ostdeutschland)... Siehe auch: www.bundesfinanzministerium.de/Content/DE/Glossareintraege/H/Hundesteuer.html?view=renderHelp

[@ravanpee1325]

@@AP-RSI Hundesteuer gibt es schon lange. Es liegt in Städten auch so viele Tonnen an Hundeschei**** auf Bürgersteig und Grünbereichen, dass das wahrscheinlich vollständig für die Reinigung draufgeht.

[@AP-RSI]

@@ravanpee1325 Ich denke mal, Menschen verursachen wesentlich mehr Kacke als Hunde!! :-D

[@ewelinapietrzak1377]

Oh god, how happy I am I have discovered your channel! It is very informative

[@simplegermany]

Yes, any mixed breed with a pitbull is not allowed either.

[@jeffwest5244]

As soon as you mentioned Yomaro, I thought, "Oh my God! I know that place ... it's right next to Cøfe am Carlsplatz, my favorite café in Düsseldorf!: Wenn ich in den nächsten zwei Jahren wieder nach Düsseldorf komme und ihr noch nicht umgezogen seid, dann können wir uns hoffentlich dort treffen (ihr beide und vielleicht sogar Lucas!). I would love to ask you a few questions to make my move to Düsseldorf a bit ... sm-o-o-o-ther! : )

[@MarceloHerediafisicudo]

Great video guys!!! Just wondering if are you gonna film a cat version??? As a cat dad migrating all the way from Bolivia to Germany I would really appreciate it!!!!😺😺😺

[@simplegermany]

For cats there are not as many rules. Only for bringing them to Germany you need to follow the guidelines we listed in our guide: www.simplegermany.com/moving-to-germany-with-pets/

[@alegomesbr2]

Hey, girls! Great video as always 🤗!Just a quick tip: "illicit market" or "illegal market" are better terms nowadays 😉

[@prisiquezi2844]

Subscribed! thank you very these helpful information! Do you know anybody who brought a dog from the Philippines?

[@reginahudson9909]

Hi , I grew up in Berlin in the 50s + 60s , I don't believe people owned dogs then as they do now , they definitely didn't pick up the poop 😂 . I do remember that they had to pay taxes . I have lived in the US for 55 yrs now and have had many different pets , I'm a widow , don't have any children but currently live with 3 dogs that I absolutely adore. I'm also volunteer with a Dog/Cat Rescue . I found your video very interesting and informative and want to thank you for it ,so proud to know how well Germans take care of their best friend !

[@bojanapavlovic294]

Could you guys please do a video on owning a cat, I'm trying to bring mine here for a more than a year now, and am completely lost! I love the laws regarding dogs here in Germany. They're well protected in that way.

[@simplegermany]

Hey Bojana, although we haven’t done a video in owning a cat yet, we have a thorough guide in moving to Germany with your pet here: www.simplegermany.com/moving-to-germany-with-pets/

[@bojanapavlovic294]

@@simplegermany Thank you☺️

[@user-vm4ej4uv1q]

The laws re: dogs in Germany are repressive, discriminatory and make it far too difficult than it needs to be to have a dog as a companion animal.

[@jinx.h.]

The breader does not nessesarily need to be in this particular club. For Australian Shepherds e.g. its another club as for other breeds. But to be sure about the breeder there are some questions 1st the breeder should ask (as "how are your living conditions for the dog, who will care for the dog when you work, do you plan sports or hobbies with the dog?") and some you can ask about the breed and its health problems, about the Stammbaum and what they do with the dogs in their first weeks of living. When the persons seems odd or you cannot see the mother dog together with the pups, don't do it. Also, training a dog properly takes a lot of time and responsibility. We got the Hunde Führerschein when Yuna got 1 year old and I am more than happy we have her schooled well so we can give her freedom.

[@nelsonwesson653]

Hello Beautiful lady,how are you doing and your family,how is the weather condition over there?

[@standelasanantone2180]

We recently moved to Germany with our 2 retrievers... and our house has a very large yard around it with a 1.5m wrought iron fence all around. The house is located next to a large wooded area. However, occasionally people hike from the woods past our house when the dogs are out and the dogs often bark as these hikers or neighbours walk past our fence --- our dogs cannot get over/out of the fence and they are not being aggressive or bearing teeth, just a few barks and that is all. But is this an issue we should be concerned about?

[@ElinT13]

Another thing: in Germany, it is forbidden to euthanize a pet (any pet!) without a fitting medical indication. So if someone doesn't want to keep their dog and want to have it euthanized because of that or because of old age, you will most probably not find a vet who is willing to do this. This also goes for animal shelters, which is why adopting a pet from there (after informing yourselves what kind of a dog would fit to your life) is a very beneficial thing and these souls are very thankful! Thanks to the both of you for these videos! I am a German living in Germany, so I would not need all your informative videos per se, but they are so nice to watch, I love your style, your contents and the touch of humor you bring to German quirkiness! Gutes Neues Euch beiden, Liebe, Freude und vor allem Gesundheit!

[@simplegermany]

Thanks a lot! For your nice words as well as your insights! ☺️

[@TheWuschelMUC]

I know a vet who claims, "yes, it is illegal to kill surplus puppies or kittens. No, most vets do it anyway."

[@alokeparnaray400]

Very informative video. Regarding the 1 hour walking of dogs proposed legislation - it ignores issues that very old dogs or dogs with knee issues might have with one hour walk a day. My old dog with knee problems wouldn't be able to move that much. On the other hand for my younger dog one hour isn't enough. I understand that the intention behind this legislation is in good faith, but I don't understand how it will even be implemented. For example, who will keep a check on who is walking their dog for how long. P.S. for dogs with knee problems etc Germany has very good physiotherapists for dogs who, apart from other things, teach the dogs to swim.

[@simplegermany]

We are also curious how that is supposed to be checked 😅. Thanks for your insights!

[@kreativuntermdach7351]

that might not even supposed to be checked, but it is in the law because as such, it can be used to get mistreated dogs away from their owners. if it is noticed by someone that your dog is not walked properly, they can bring it to animal rights people and they would actually know how to go further on that matter. it also was very common to chain dogs or put them in cages all day long. if something like this is noticed, it is now obvious, that something illegal is done, because the law says so very openly. and even if your dog is old, 1 hour a day can be 15 minutes 4 times a day just going into the front yard (or up and down your street) to let it pee. i know our old dogs needed to go more often for short periods because the bladder is the first thing to go weak on old animals.

[@Be-Es---___]

Dogs over 1 year old hardly play with each other. They're not kids.

[@MyvIsLove2]

i dont think this law is there to check people. i think this law is meant to exist in case someone reports dog abuse. then you can get the owner with a law like that

[@user-vm4ej4uv1q]

@@Be-Es---___ My dogs are well over 1 year old and they play with each other several times per day!

[@ChristianLehrer]

Another great video. Cats are more numerous in the US too, but Yvonne is correct many would prefer a dog, but cannot have one. Are dogs allowed in apartment buildings? I’m looking at buying, not renting, an apartment and I have a small dog. Are small dogs typically allowed?

[@simplegermany]

As an owner of a flat no one can usually tell you not to hold a dog. This is more often the case, when renting. Regarding buying an apartment this guide may be helpful to see, whether you will be able to: www.simplegermany.com/buying-a-house-in-germany/

[@ChristianLehrer]

@@simplegermany Thank you for the kind reply and info! Alles Beste! Christian

[@maraboo72]

1. VDH not VHD = Verband für das Deutsche Hundewesen 2. Minimum age of giving away pets is 8 weeks according to § 2.4.1 Tierschutz-Hundeverordnung. 3. A breeder must have very good reasons to own both parents. Usually they have a bitch and look for a male dog elsewhere. There are several reasons why the dog you own must not be the first choice for breeding esp. if male and female are very closely related. Another bad reason is that they just own this dog. Ownership is not a criterion for breeding. I would ask for the reasons for using this special male dog or the reasons in general why they chose the father of the litter. It can be helpful to get an idea of the breeder's aims. Breeders can have good reasons to choose their own dog but I would be cautious. So it is not a must to watch both parents. In most cases - not in all of course - I would suspect financial reasons.

[@simplegermany]

Thanks for your insights and the correction 😅

[@christinemuller3660]

Hi Jen & Yvonne The sad reality is that at some point in our lives we are faced with losing our fury loved ones. What is the process in Germany?

[@simplegermany]

Hey Christine, unfortunately yes 😢. There is different ways of take care of a puppy. You could leave it with the. vet, you could burry it in your own garden (under certain conditions) or cremate it. The vet is a good starting point to ask of the possibilities.

[@archiegates650]

Your 1st topic is the main reason why I prefer dogs over cats: Dogs are responsible and law obeying members of society and pay their taxes! Where cats are egoistic and anarchistic and dont care about society ! And they expect to be completely cared and pampered for which they feel no gratitude because they think they are entitled to.

[@samanthab3292]

Cats are entitled to care and love. 💓

[@arnolsi]

And they don't kill birds. Around up to 100 Million birds are killed from cats each year.

[@505adventour]

Hola desde Nicaragua. Just wondering, How is to work as Dog Walkers or Dog Sittings?. Muchas gracias por la info

[@simplegermany]

I guess that would be considered as a freelance job - Y

[@Jan_Seidel]

We have 7 cats and 2 dogs. I have noticed over the years (since 70s going on) that dogs experience a decline in acceptance. This is probably most due to all the hyping news media when a dog bites someone. People freak out when getting approached by a dog just because they never have been taught how to handle them and don't know why they do, what they do - like taking a sniff if you are the "new one". Earlier that was rarely a big deal especially not worth generating news from it. We until now only paid 15€ to 60€ in taxes for the *first* dogs. In some areas the tax rapidly raises the more dogs you have. Dog tags are not compulsary in all areas. Where I live you actually won't get a tag even if you want to

[@user-vm4ej4uv1q]

Agreed. For example, the correct way to approach a strange dog is to ask permission from the owner first, then pet the dog on the chest, never on the head.

[@astrodyke]

Thanks for this video! I’m planning to move with my cat, so I’ve already figured out the EU pet passport stuff, but do y’all know if liability insurance is also expected for cats? How about a cat anmeldung? A cat license? Are there rules about disposing of kitty litter?

[@karinland8533]

There is no liability insurance for cats. You don‘t have to inform anyone if you have a cat (not taxes, no Anmeldung necessary ). Not all landlords like there tenants to have pets. Cat litter goes into the trash (Restmüll). In Europe it is not allowed to declaw cats.

[@simplegermany]

Thanks Karin, we could not have answered better! 😊

[@insideAdirtyMind]

Karin is right, I would just add: - please chip your cat (Tasso for example), so it can come home fast if it gets lost and it can´t be mistaken as a stray - in case you let your cat run free, please neuter your cat, so you won´t get in trouble with the neighbors (and maybe authorities like Veterinary office in cases that get out of hand) - take care of the vaccinations, because some of the diseases are deadly, veterinarians may check the vaccination card (but you don´t get fined for not getting cats vaccinated, because it is (just) highly recommended by the Committee on Vaccination for Veterinary Medicine) - you can find veterinarians that care for cats in almost every town^^, they also have On-call service if you need help at night - talk to the landlords if cats are allowed in the flat and if you are allowed to install a safety net at the balcony - if you can´t afford your cat anymore please don´t just put it at the street, please take it to the shelter, so it can get a new home (shelters in Germany don´t use euthanasia to reduce unwanted animals) - have fun and spoil your cat

[@karinland8533]

@@insideAdirtyMind great additional info

[@astrodyke]

Thank y’all so much!

[@zverja]

Ha! I never knew there are forbidden dog species in Germany, however last week in Munich I saw a Bullterrier without a Leine or anything covering his Maul and I felt somewhat very surprised seeing it so freely walking on his own in the distance from owner

[@glennjanot8128]

Well, even with the so-called fighting dogs, no dog is inherently aggressive. 99.9% of all bad dog behavior is the owner's fault

[@sarah-jl8cr]

Depending on the area it is okey to adopt them from german shelters, thogu I think most, if not all, require you to have a certain "dog license" to have such breeds.

[@m.j.7472]

Actually you can own these dangerous dogs (Listenhunde), and they don't have to require such things as Maulkorb or Leine. That's after they have passed the Wesenstest. One part ist that they try to shock the dog and watch how it'll react. But not many dog owners take this test, cause it's got negative consequences if the dog doesn't pass. Although the dog might have to take the Wesenstest if it but someone.

[@user-vm4ej4uv1q]

@@glennjanot8128 Very true!

[@rinteshdas5242]

I was planning to move to Germany in the future and i was curious about owning a husky in the future....any important point to remember about the noise and neighbour problems? Coz husky are really loud breed so i was curious

[@simplegermany]

Try to train your husky so it’s not so noisy. You should also check with your landlord first to see if dogs are allowed to live with you in your home.

[@kayisezuma3039]

Are there any doggy daycare places that you can leave your dog at, during the day while you are at work if your job doesn’t allow you to work from home? If yes how much do those places normally cost per month

[@simplegermany]

Yes, there are. They are called Hundetagesstätte or short HuTa. The cost varies from city to city and membership type.

[@kayisezuma3039]

Will look into that. Thank you for your reply 😀

[@jensbarlau2256]

Ja Hundekot ist ein Problem. Ich lebe ja auch in Düsseldorf (Gerresheim). Ich sehe ganz oft Hunde, die so weit von ihrem Besitzer weg sind oft auch hinter ihm/ihr, so dass dieser nicht mitbekommt wenn der Hund sein Geschäft macht. Viele der liegengelassenen Hinterlassenschaften passieren also nicht absichtlich, sondern fahrlässig.

[@ravanpee1325]

Das eine schließt das andere nicht aus

[@hmvollbanane1259]

Viele Hundebesitzer sind auch der Meinung dass sie ja eh Hundesteuer bezahlen und daher die Stadt das Geld daraus gefälligst zweckgebunden ausgeben und sich daher selbst um den Kot kümmern sollte wie es ja auch z.bsp. mit Pferdeäpfeln auf der Straße (zumindest hier in der ländlicheren Gegend) geschieht. Persönlich sammel ich den Mist zwar immer auf wenn es nicht gerade mitten im Feld ist aber trotzdem bin ich der Meinung das die Städte und Gemeinden durchaus mit in die Verantwortung genommen werden sollten (da ich ähnlich wie die Damen im Video immer wieder selbst in Scheiße trete wenn ich die von meinem aufsammeln will und immer nur einen einfachen Verweis auf die Verantwortung dafür von Hundebesitzern in Anbetracht der mehreren Tausend Euro die jede Gemeinde durch Hundesteuern einnimmt einfach nur lächerlich ist. Mehr Kontrollen, höhere Strafen und regelmäßige Bereinigung der trotzdem hinterlassenden Haufen sollten da doch locker drin sein, wobei erstere Punkte vermutlich automatisch erfolgen würden wenn die Verwaltungen gezwungen würden Geld für das regelmäßige Säubern auszugeben

[@ravanpee1325]

@@hmvollbanane1259 Dann wären es ja Abgaben und keine Steuern. Und dann würden wir bei 400€ pro Monat einmal anfagen, Steigerung nach oben

[@ravanpee1325]

@@hmvollbanane1259 Dann wären es ja Abgaben und keine Steuern. Und dann würden wir bei 400€ pro Monat einmal anfagen, Steigerung nach oben

[@hmvollbanane1259]

@@ravanpee1325 oh ja bitte und dann auch bitte Pflichtabgaben für Katzen, Pferde, Hühner und andere Nutztiere - sofern nicht für die industrielle Produktion von Lebensmitteln gehalten - sowie Laubbäume, Vogelnester sowie Eichhörnchenkoben im Garten. Oder eben die Luxussteuer, die in Deutschland erstmals vor 200 Jahren zur Begleichung von Kriegsschulden erhoben wurde und anschließend zur seuchenpolizeilichen Arbeit gegen Tollwut, gegen die wir ja heute zum Glück Impfstoffe haben, endlich abschaffen. Oder alternativ eben auf allelei Luxusgüter und explizit alle nicht kommerziell genutzten Tiere ausweiten und die Hundesteuer entsprechend heruntersetzen. Jedoch eine Steuer zu erheben mit der Rechtfertigung durch Verschmutzungen und Risikenprävention ist einfach nur absurd wenn diese zumindest nicht teilweise Zweck gebunden, wie es bei einer Abgabe mit dem Gesamtbetrag geschehen würde, eingesetzt wird um genau diese Probleme zu beheben. Kostenlose Tollwutimpfungen, regelmäßige Kontrollen der populären Gassirouten durch das Ordnungsamt, aufstellen von Mülltonnen sowie höher frequentierte Entleerung entlang dieser Wege (alleine auf meiner normalen Runde wurden in den letzten Jahren 6 Mülleimer entfernt weil sich da nachts Halbstarke zum Saufen getroffen und die Tonnen regelmäßig in Brand gesteckt haben - mit dem Resultat dass der einzig verbliebende Eimer in der Regel unter seinem Müllberg schon gar nicht mehr erkennbar ist), sowie regelmäßige Säuberung der Grünflächen entlang dieser Wege. Da diese Schritte nicht nur Hundebesitzern, insbesondere denen die hinter ihrem Tier aufräumen, zu Gute kommen würde sondern dem Gemeinwesen insgesamt wären das also durchaus adequate Verwendungszwecke für eine Steuer und würde ihrer fortgesetzten Existenz zumindest etwas Legitimation verschaffen.

[@abhinaybandaru9953]

My family abroad wishes to have a German Shepard, being in Germany can I buy a German shepherd here and present them? What are the legalities? What would be the procedure? Is it even allowed? Thanks

[@Be-Es---___]

Here, €130,- per year.

[@Vonkater]

My dad went to pet store and got me a dog as a child and none of that German stuff and red tape and schools and license. Neighbors like to snitch in Germany if you got a dog without all the papers or if you don't pick up 💩 poop. San Diego you got to poop pick up also. Papers for people and dogs what a world. Thumbs up to your video ladies as always. You two ever going to visit the USA ?

[@simplegermany]

We have been to the US plenty of times and we will for sure come back ... once we are allowed to enter again 😝

[@winterlinde5395]

If the injured doesn’t sue you, their health insurance Company certainly will find out, that there was a Fremdeinwirkung causing them to pay all the hospitalbills. They want their money back. Which is a good thing, because the less expenses the company has, the lower Beiträge (Social insurance contributions, Not taxes) we have to pay.

[@glennjanot8128]

I still don't get why I (or my insurance) would have to pay anything if someone saw my leashed dog and fell down. It's not my fault they're clumsy

[@pebo8306]

@@glennjanot8128 (According to your name,you might be American)---Seriously??? It's your leash and your dog.If it had not been there,the clumsy idiot "might"not have fallen!In the US people sue for lesser shit!

[@glennjanot8128]

@@pebo8306 No, I'm not an American. Also, it wasn't about someone stumbling over the leash, but someone startled by the sight of the dog and falling down. Also, still, while I know that in the US, people would sue if they stumbled over a leash held by someone and connected to a dog, here where I live, the plaintiff would not be given any damages since they have the responsibility of keeping their damn eyes open and watch where they're going. Too many people these days walk with their eyes plastered to a phone screen

[@pebo8306]

@@glennjanot8128 I absolutely agree!

[@user-vm4ej4uv1q]

@@glennjanot8128 I agree.

[@TheGabiAlf]

If they check for all those details, does it mean one can´t get a loved one a dog? For example, say my best friend has always wanted to get X dog, and she told me she wants to get it this year because she is now financially able to sustain one; if all that paperwork is required, does it mean I can´t surprise her by getting it for her? How would one do it?

[@simplegermany]

Of course you can, she would just need to register the dog after she received it.

[@islamisthetruthforever1323]

I got a question do you need papers to buy or adopt a dog in Germany

[@simplegermany]

Yes, you can find more details in our guide: www.simplegermany.com/dogs-in-germany/#Buying_A_Dog_In_Germany

[@lokeshrathore1007]

I’m looking to import my Cat from India very soon. I can’t find any video which explain details like you mentioned in this video for dog. Would you please help me with all these details for Cats in Germany 😊 My cat CASPER will be really thankful 🐈

[@simplegermany]

The procedure is very similar. You can get more details in our written guide here: www.simplegermany.com/moving-to-germany-with-pets/

[@_Yannex]

Actually I wanted to have a dog legally in Germany. But I guess I'll just adopt a child. Way more easier! 🤷😂 Plz more of Lukas ❤️

[@simplegermany]

Haha, believe us, child adoption is a whole other level 😉

[@_Yannex]

@Simple Germany I really keep my fingers crossed about your plan. You guys enjoying me so much with your personality 😘

[@user-vm4ej4uv1q]

I agree!

[@catsfan_M]

There are so many dog owners in Germany ,compared to other European countries , it is difficult if u don't like/afraid of dogs like me, they keep often big dogs in small apartments , there are almost no parks without dogs and it is difficult to find neighborhoods without pets (especially dogs),where u can rent a flat, in other other countries like Spain, Greece, Cyprus there are always neighborhoods where pets are not allowed .

[@user-vm4ej4uv1q]

Then go live in Spain, Greece, or Cypress, or go to therapy so you can work through your issues/fear of dogs.

[@NehalKhare74]

What are the rules for cat?

[@simplegermany]

There are no comparable rules for cats in Germany. Cats should be shipped and registered (there is no tax though). You can, if you want, also get cat liability insurance.

[@BushcraftEurope]

Do I need to have Ameldung for her if I am Croatian and she has Croatian passport? What is time limit to report her on adresse? I will probably dodge the law as I am not into paying tax for a dog honestly. That is absurd

[@MrBenedictus25]

EIn hund hat ein Herrl eine Katze hat Personal

[@enimaroon4631]

The rules about dangerous breeds vary depending on the state you live in. Owners of so called dangerous breeds sometimes have to go through tests to prove that they can handle their dog. A family member owns a bullterrier and had to do a test with the dog because a neighbor was worried. The testers had a good laugh about the doofus of a dog who was just super friendly and happy about the attention. Well socialized bullterriers tend to be calm and friendly towards humans and also kids. On the other hand I see so many small dogs who act horrible. People just laugh about that little thing snapping at their shoes.They would not laugh if it was a Bulldog instead. Every dog requires and deserves to be taken seriously and trained well.

[@coffeeshop46]

A dog is only as dangerous as the owner is

[@andrewforsythe7240]

No tax on cats. Good reason !!!

[@toidrayton-seymore5009]

Can you do one on cats? I'm bringing my cat

[@ravanpee1325]

Cat is tax free

[@sarah-jl8cr]

Check the answers to the comment by Anna about 3 weeks ago. They wrote alot of explenations. :)

[@andrewforsythe7240]

Importing is not simple at all if dog comes from outside EU. Even too complicated to explain here.

[@simplegermany]

As long as you have the described documents you should be able to import from outside the EU. Lukas was imported from Mexico without any issue 😊

[@krugerfuchs]

What about cats

[@pattyfairytale4024]

German pet health insurance is better than american human health insurance !

[@nelsonwesson653]

Hello beautiful

[@krugerfuchs]

Yay I have 2 cats

[@annie_on_the_moon8723]

I think the only good way to "purchase" a dog is to visit an animal shelter. There are way to many dogs in the world. We should not support the breeding.

[@user-vm4ej4uv1q]

Agree whole-heartedly!

[@sarah-jl8cr]

I think it's a good video, but pls don't use "dangerous" breeds or "Kampfhunde". The better term would be "Listenhunde".

[@nelsonwesson653]

Hello Sarah,how are you doing and your family,how is the weather condition over there?

[@nelsonmascarenhas6735]

Hi I am a dog trainer having 7 years of experience . If anyone needs help I am ready to help

[@christine9122]

Are the rules different for cats? What about for tourists who want to bring their cat with them? :D

[@simplegermany]

The rules for bringing a pet to Germany are the same for dogs and cats and it does not matter whether its for vacation or longterm stay. We have written an extensive guide on how to bring a pet to Germany: www.simplegermany.com/moving-to-germany-with-pets/

[@christine9122]

@@simplegermany Thank you so much!

[@rosshart9514]

Got my dogs always onleine

[@user-vm4ej4uv1q]

Online is the WORST place to buy a dog! Very unscrupulous breeders - they run 'puppy mills.'

[@rosshart9514]

​@@user-vm4ej4uv1q Of course you are right. ...was a play with words. Leash in German is "Leine". Never owned a dog btw.

[@user-vm4ej4uv1q]

@@rosshart9514 Sorry. I know the German word, but because it was one word I assumed "online. " My bad. Thanks for the clarification! BTW , like your sense of humor.

[@rosshart9514]

@@user-vm4ej4uv1q 😀

[@arnolsi]

In germany we don't dress up dogs as much as in the USA. Of course there are people do this but most think it's crazy. A dog is an animal and not a doll.

[@user-vm4ej4uv1q]

Don't forget, people are 'animal'(s), also. Maybe we should run around nude? But, I agree, some pet outfits are over the top!

[@arnolsi]

@@user-vm4ej4uv1q And put on our pelts?

[@user-vm4ej4uv1q]

So-called "Pitbulls" are NOT a breed. They are always a mix. They are great family dogs, and are affectionate, playful, and love being couch potatoes! They are NOT dangerous unless they are trained and bred to be so by HUMANS who want to profit from illegal dog fighting. Those "Pitbulls" that are rescued from such a horrible existence can be rehabilitated to be wonderful pets. I can't believe that Germans are so ignorant about 'pitbulls.' Germany's laws are breed-discriminatory and should be abolished! I am a German who lives in the USA and have seen these breed discrimination laws be abolished city by city. Amazing what can be accomplished when people are educated with the facts and not sensational headlines and stereotypes. BTW, in the U.S. many municipalities require you to purchase a 'dog (or cat) license' at a much, much lower cost than I've read about here with the 'dog tax' and all the other requirements. The dog or cat then wears a license tag with a unique number that can be traced. A person pays extra if their "pet" is not spayed or neutered. Microchips are STRONGLY encouraged and not much money. Germany's dog laws are also discriminatory regarding people with low incomes. Do the poor have no right to have an animal companion? In the U.S., many people learned how valuable - & wonderful - it was to have a companion animal during this Covid-19 pandemic. Scientific research has shown that owning a "pet" can decrease stress and improve the longevity and quality of the lives of the elderly (and people in general). Dogs can also detect medical conditions in a person and have saved many lives as a result. German bureaucrats need to remind themselves that the MONARCHY WAS ABOLISHED! People should have a right to own the dog of their - not the bureaucrats' - choice without paying exorbitant taxes, and for that matter, filling out excessive paperwork, and all the other bureaucratic "requirements. " And, why are the wealthy not taxed for owning very expensive horses !? And finally, personal AND dog liability insurance?! I thought Americans were litigious, but Germans have them beat by far! I' m surprised that German dog owners haven't protested nor sent petitions to, nor contacted their representatives, Bürgermeisters, etc. about the outdated and unreasonable dog tax and liability requirements. A pet license, microchip and free or low-cost dog training should be sufficient.

[@Vonkater]

German dog sting operation. Wow. Why didn't customs stop the dog van for papers when crossing the border ? Moral never buy a hot dog. 🌭🐶 Two years from a breaker ? Old dog no puppy time. 😕

[@karinland8533]

In side the EU there are usually no border control.

[@pebo8306]

@@karinland8533 Correction!!!:There is no"visible"control!You'd be astonished,how much control really takes place behind public eyes!

[@Vonkater]

Dog tax oh my god ! Don't give any ideas to the Democrats in the United States.. we have dog beaches and parks in San Diego California. 😁🐕🐩 We call the dog tag a license. American military we have dog tags I got mine in boot camp. 😁 Dog insurance oh my again with insurance. Military and police love 💕 their German Sheppards even in the USA.

[@insideAdirtyMind]

The German dog tax has its roots in the 15th century, we had a Kaiser at that time. Anyone who owned a dog had to pay dog grain - a kind of tax in the form of grain. The dog tax of today is used to finance the removal of dog excrement or the expansion of dog play areas. It is an extra income for the community as well. The community decides for itself what to use the money for. Your dog might finance the children's playground or new sidewalks as well.

[@Vonkater]

@@insideAdirtyMind so using that logic why not tax cats too ? They use the land more than dogs. Kings come up with all kinds of ways to take money from their people so they can find wars and live in luxury. Blindly following leaders can lead to problems as German history has shown.

[@insideAdirtyMind]

@@Vonkater Because historically dogs were more of a luxury good, the fee was mainly aimed at wealthy people who actually kept the dogs as pets and were able to feed them. Cats were categorized as farm animals for very practical reasons. They hunted mice and rats and therefore had an important function for the village community. People could not live without them, if they want to survive in winter time. So why don´t they set up a cat tax today? The reason is easy: it is nearly impossible to control. Many cats are kept permanently in the apartment or with a secure outdoor area in their own garden, so that a general cat tax would be unjustified to keepers of pure house tigers. Taxing only free-range cats, especially if they are not neutered, would be fair analogous to the dog tax, but it would be difficult to control. Our civil servants are known to stay away from work that could be avoided....if you know what I mean^^ Besides: If you don´t follow the leader during times you might adress, you will simply shot to death or go to the gas chamber immediately, like all those people went who officially complained. If you talk about the Kaiser, in medieval times the Kaiser ruled over the Holy Roman Empire. He took the tax, but he also provided security and defense in the event of an attack on a village, he would take in the villagers into his castles to keep them safe as well. He also provided secure justice in case you would argue with your neighbor. At the time around the 15th century the empire had problems with overpopulation, crop failures and natural disasters. The plaque war around. It represents the final phase of the Middle Ages, which is followed by the early modern period. You can imagine the imperiors were not very popular with the locals but the following imperior Karl V. became very famous and successful. He was one of the most powerful European rulers in history, that tried to provide a peaceful Europe. He also ruled over areas in America. So people did not argue with him about dog taxes a lot.

[@nelsonwesson653]

@@insideAdirtyMind hello

[@user-vm4ej4uv1q]

The Democrats aren't the ones to worry about. It's the Republicans who want to control everybody else!

[@rosauraestrada6071]

A cat is more convenient. And most people here in Germany that have a Cat will love to have a Dog but it takes to much care compared to a Cat.