First dog
€156
Dog tax in Bonn 2026
Annual dog tax (Hundesteuer) for first, second, and listed-breed dogs — verified against the city's official dog tax ordinance.
Second dog
€216
Listed-breed dog
€1,500
Rate breakdown
| Tier | Annual | Monthly | 12-year total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st dog | €156 | €13 | €1,872 |
| 2nd dog | €216 | €18 | €2,592 |
| Listed-breed dog | €1,500 | €125 | €18,000 |
Lifetime cost
12-year cumulative cost
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Calculate your cost
Total cost: €780
Listed-breed surcharge
Bonn charges an annual tax of €1,500 for listed-breed dogs.
Compared to neighbouring cities
Compared to other NW cities
Bonn · €156
Who is exempt?
- Guide dog (Blindenführhund)
- Therapy dog
- Assistance / service dog
- Dog adopted from a shelter (Tierheim)
How to register your dog
New dog owners must register their dog at the local registration office (Bürgeramt) within 14 days of acquiring it.
Failure to register can result in a fine (Bußgeld) and back-charging of the tax.
Contact your local registration office to register your dog in person.
Frequently asked questions
When is dog tax due in Bonn?
Once per calendar year. New owners must register the dog within 14 days at the local registration office.
Do I pay more for a second dog?
Bonn charges 156 € for the first dog and 216 € for the second.
What is a listed-breed dog (Listenhund)?
A breed the city lists as potentially dangerous. Bonn taxes them at 1500 € per year.
Can I get an exemption?
Yes — guide, therapy, and service dogs are typically exempt; details depend on the city's ordinance (Satzung).
What happens if I don't register?
Cities can impose a fine of up to several hundred euros and back-charge the tax.
Does the rate change every year?
Rates change when the city updates its dog tax ordinance (Hundesteuersatzung), typically effective January 1.
Do I pay if I'm only fostering a dog?
Most cities exempt foster dogs in the first year after a shelter adoption — check the ordinance.
Is dog tax tax-deductible?
No. Dog tax is a municipal tax (Gemeindesteuer) and is not deductible from income tax.