Proof of competence: Burgenland
Is proof of competence required, and for whom? This is what the official source says for Burgenland, with the date checked.
sourcedchecked on 29 October 2026
Summary
Owners of conspicuous dogs and anyone who leads them in public places
The rule
Under the Bgld. LSG, proof of competence is only required for owners of conspicuous dogs – to be submitted within four months of the application for approval (§ 22 Abs. 3) – and for anyone who leads a conspicuous dog in public places (§ 26). Under the competence ordinance, it comprises a general part of at least four hours and a practical part of at least four hours in three modules with a test (§§ 2 and 3).
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As of: 29 October 2026. The official text alone is authoritative. Source and date checked per row.
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