Procedure
If you would like to be recognized as an obedience examiner, you must submit a written and informal application.
Upon this application, you will be sent a copy of the Dog Law, the Implementing Regulations and a letter detailing the supporting documents you must submit.
You must then submit the following documents:
- Further training certificates
- Evidence of dealing with dogs
- Copy of ID card or passport
- Registration confirmation
- Representation of a concept of obedience testing
- in individual cases, further evidence
You will receive a form on which you can confirm your personal data (address, telephone, email address) in writing. You will also receive a leaflet with information on data protection and further information about conducting obedience tests.
If you would like to be recognized as a character tester, you must
- submit a written and informal application
- Prove that you have sat in on at least 5 character tests
- Prove that you have special ethological knowledge in dealing with dogs
- Include a description of the property where the testing will take place
- Attach a current police clearance certificate (document type O) as proof of personal reliability
- agree to the publication of your personal data (name, address, telephone).
Processing time
On average 4 weeks after submission of the required documents.
Fees
The fee for recognition as an obedience tester or character tester is between €40 and €150, depending on the effort involved.
