Dog ownership, re-registration

A dog has to be re-registered when moving within Hamburg. If you move to Hamburg from outside of Germany, it is a dog registration (see link).

Dog ownership in Hamburg

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Important notes

Documents required

Identity card or passport with the last confirmation of registration.

Please note

The dog can also be re-registered in writing if copies of the required documents are attached.

Deadlines

Within two weeks of the change occurring.

Legal notes

Legal basis

Hamburg Law on Keeping and Leading Dogs - (Dog Law - Dog Act)

§ 13 Notification and Notification Obligations

Downloads & Links

Forms and downloads

Links on hamburg.de

Dog law - keep dogs in Hamburg

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