Permission animal pension, dog pension, cat pension
Performance specification
If you want to keep dogs, cats or other vertebrates for commercial purposes, you need a permit from the competent authority.
Process flow
Permission may be granted subject to time limits, conditions and requirements, insofar as this is necessary for the protection of the animals.
Requirements
The person responsible for the activity must
- have the professional knowledge and skills required for the activity on the basis of their training or their previous professional or other contact with animals. Proof of this shall be provided on request in a technical interview with the competent authority.
- have the required reliability.
The rooms and facilities used for the activity must meet the legal requirements.
- Nutrition,
- Care and
- Accommodation
of the animals.
Which documents are required?
For the granting of permission according to §11 Animal Welfare Act is required:
- Request
- Certificate of competence
- police clearance certificate
What are the fees?
The
- General Rules on Administrative Expenses
- Administrative Costs Regulations for the Portfolio of the Ministry of the Environment, Energy, Agriculture and Consumer Protection
Because of the exact amount, it is recommended to inquire at the responsible veterinary office.
What deadlines do I have to observe?
No deadlines need to be observed. However, the activity may only be started if a valid permit is available.
Legal basis
Who do I need to contact?
Veterinary office of the district / independent city in whose area of responsibility your company has its registered office.
If the activity is carried out simultaneously at different establishments, a separate permit from the office responsible for the place of establishment is required for each place of establishment.