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Pet Laws by State & Country

The rules pet owners run into in the United States, Canada and Europe — hot cars, rabies shots, breed bans, dog bites, microchips, travelling with a pet and more. Each entry links to its source and shows when it was last checked.

🇺🇸 United States🇨🇦 Canada🇪🇺 Europe
🚫Banned & Restricted Dog Breeds in EuropeDoes the country ban or restrict certain dog breeds?30 countries covered →🔖Dog Microchipping & Registration Laws in EuropeMust dogs be microchipped and registered in a national database?30 countries covered →🏪Pet Shop Puppy & Kitten Sale Bans in EuropeMay pet shops sell dogs and cats?30 countries covered →✈️Bringing a Dog or Cat into European CountriesWhat does a dog or cat need to enter the country from elsewhere in Europe?30 countries covered →

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General information, not legal advice. Laws change, and cities, counties and municipalities often add their own rules — check with your local authority or a lawyer for your situation.

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