What national law in Germany says about pets — in plain English, with a link to each source.
Germany bans the import of Pit Bull Terriers, American Staffordshire Terriers, Staffordshire Bull Terriers, Bull Terriers and their crosses. Each state (Land) also keeps its own list of dangerous breeds with rules on licences, muzzles and leads.
Not nationally. Several states (Länder) require dogs to be microchipped and registered, and many municipalities require it with the dog tax — check your state.
Allowed. Germany has no national ban on pet shop sales; puppies may not leave their mother before 8 weeks.
Standard EU rules apply, but Germany bans importing Pit Bull Terriers, American Staffordshire Terriers, Staffordshire Bull Terriers, Bull Terriers and their crosses — visitors may bring one for a stay of up to four weeks.
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