Hamburg police

Submit a report to the dog control service

You can report violations of regulations regarding the keeping and walking of dogs to the dog control service.

Detailed description

In Hamburg you can contact the dog control service if

  • You want to report a dangerous dog (classified as dangerous due to its breed or noticed due to aggressive behaviour).
  • You have spotted a lost dog.
  • You have observed a particular incident involving dogs that endangered people or other animals (e.g. biting incidents)
 

Information

Prerequisites

No

Documents required

No

Please note

In dangerous situations, please call the police on 110. If necessary, the police will request assistance from the dog control service.

Deadlines

No

Procedure

  • You pass your report on to the dog control service.
    • The dog control service cannot be reached in person. You have the option of leaving a message at the telephone number provided or using the email address.
  • The dog control service will check your report and take action if necessary.

Processing time

The processing time depends on the individual case.

Fees

No

Legal remedies

Not applicable

Legal basis

Not applicable

Links on hamburg.de

Address and contact information

Hamburg police

Mon - Thu 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Fri 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Direct telephone access is currently only possible on 040 428 54 4101 from Mon - Fri 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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Last updated: 08.02.2026