Dog taxes across Germany increased in 2025, with some municipalities doubling their rates. In Landshut and Bocholt, taxes jumped from €30–€42 to €60–€84. Cities like Gütersloh now charge up to €120 annually.
The dog tax (Hundesteuer), collected to regulate pet ownership, reached €421 million in 2023. Dangerous breeds face much higher rates—up to €1,660 in Bretten. Guide dogs are tax-exempt.
Dog owners in cities like Berlin, Cologne, and Munich pay between €100 and €176 per year. Second dogs are taxed at higher rates, with some cities charging over €300. Non-payment can result in fines up to €10,000.
Sinan Karamurat – Mahmut Tosun