Dog course becomes 2026: Knowledge for all dog owners!

Dog course becomes 2026: Knowledge for all dog owners!

Innere Stadt, Österreich - In Austria, far -reaching innovations for dog owners will be pose from 2026. The certificate of expertise, which has been mandatory in Vienna since July 1, 2019, is then to be introduced nationwide. This takes an important step into the implementation of a uniform standard for dog keeping. Over 20,000 dog owners have already participated in the corresponding courses in the federal capital, which specifically aim to promote knowledge about the needs of dogs and the challenges in their attitude. [meinzirk.at] (https://www.meinbezirk.at/wien/c-lokales/hund-kunde-soll-ab-2026-oester- echren-werden_a7392362) reports that the course has not only led to first dog owners, but also in the case of long-term keepers to prevent misconceptions.

The certificate of expertise is particularly mandatory for those who have not kept a dog over the past two years and would like to register one in the future. The course must be completed with a duration of four hours, which is divided over two evenings. The course content includes important topics such as the species -appropriate attitude, care and upbringing of dogs as well as legal provisions. Dogdialog adds that participation in both evenings is necessary to obtain the positive certificate of expertise.

course details and registration

The registration takes place directly with the respective course providers, and the fee is 40 euros. These costs are free of VAT, but payment is required in advance to secure a place. The number of participants is limited to 18 people and participation with a dog is not permitted. For existing dog owners, the course is also recommended to refresh their knowledge and ensure that they use the best practices for their animal friends. [veterinary chamber.at] (https://www.tieraerztammer.at/oeffenter- und-fortbildung/sachkundenfahr) emphasizes that lack of knowledge about dogs can lead to dangerous misjudgments, which increases the risk of accidents.

A particularly important aspect of the certificate of expertise is that it is not mandatory for everyone. People who have kept a dog in the past two years can present their proof and are freed from participation. In Vienna, this regulation has been implemented since the law came into force in July 2019, and the experiences show positive results.

Future of dog keeping

The introduction of a nationwide certificate of expertise is considered desirable by veterinarians and dog trainers. The heterogeneous regulations in the federal states have made it difficult to establish uniform standards. The certificate of expertise will help promote knowledge about the species -appropriate attitude and the selection of the right dog breeds and to avoid incorrect purchases.

Further information on the planned courses and the certificate of expertise are available on the website www.hunde-kunde.at where FAQs and details on the necessary forms can also be found. At a time when more and more people think about the purchase of a dog, it is crucial that they are well informed and prepared.