In Berlin, around half of the pet dogs are reportedly being kept illegally, as owners resist new registration rules introduced after a surge in canine ownership during the pandemic. The city mandated that all dogs be registered with information from implanted microchips, but many found the process cumbersome and costly. Official data indicates a significant gap between taxed dogs and registered ones, with concerns about additional expenses and data privacy. Experts note this reflects a widespread reluctance among pet owners to comply with the system, originally intended for animal welfare and public safety.
When the registration requirement took effect in 2022, dog owners voiced concerns over the additional financial burden and the perceived inconvenience.
The disparity between the taxed dogs and those registered highlights the significant resistance from pet owners against these regulations.
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