Proof of competence: Salzburg
Is proof of competence required, and for whom? This is what the official source says for Salzburg, with the date checked.
sourcedchecked on 28 October 2026
Summary
Anyone who starts keeping a dog since 1 January 2013 (proof with the report); extended competence for dangerous dogs
The rule
Anyone who keeps a dog older than twelve weeks must enclose proof of competence with the report to the municipality (§ 16a Abs. 2 Z 1); the reporting requirement applies to dogs whose keeping begins from 1 January 2013 (commencement provision). Theory training with a person approved by the state is sufficient for this (§ 21 Abs. 1); under the training ordinance it comprises at least two course hours, also as online modules (§ 1). For dangerous dogs, extended competence with theory and practice with the dog is required (§ 21 Abs. 2), at least ten course hours (§ 2 of the ordinance). Deemed equivalent are, among others, a degree in veterinary medicine or a companion dog test (§ 5 of the ordinance).
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