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City of Bonn

Animals

How do I register my dog? Do I have to have my cat neutered? What should I bear in mind when traveling abroad with animals? On the following pages you will find a wealth of information about animals, animal health and animal welfare.

A small dog sits on a stone on the banks of the Rhine

Beastly well informed

Herd of black and white cows on a pasture

Sheep in a meadow

Garden landscape with flowering plants and a bust

Cat in a suitcase

Small cat in a deciduous tree

Animals from "A to Z"

Animals.
Asian hornet
The Asian hornet is naturally native to Southeast Asia and is a smaller relative of the European hornet. It is currently spreading rapidly in NRW.
Native species protection.
Bees, wasps, bumblebees and hornets
All wild animals are under general species protection in accordance with the Federal Nature Conservation Act. Hornets, bumblebees and all wild bees as individual species are under special species protection.
Animals.
Ban on feeding waterfowl and nutria
A city-wide ban on feeding waterfowl and nutria has been in place since February 2019. Signs in the Rheinaue indicate the ban and provide information about the negative consequences of feeding.
Animals.
Cat neutering
To prevent cat misery, outdoor cats must be neutered, identified and registered in the City of Bonn.
Animals.
Hedgehogs in distress
Robotic lawn mowers are becoming increasingly popular: they take over the tedious job of mowing the lawn quietly and completely automatically. However, these devices can be life-threatening for hedgehogs.
Animals.
Marten
The stone marten has recently become increasingly common on the outskirts of towns and cities. It prefers the spaces between roofs and insulation as a place to sleep and raise its young.
Animals.
Nutrias in the Rheinaue floodplain
Nutrias are an invasive species in Germany and the EU. In accordance with EU regulations and the Federal Nature Conservation Act, the city has taken measures against the spread of invasive species.
Animals.
Rat control in the urban area
Rats can become a health hazard for humans. The city of Bonn therefore provides important information on the subject and offers guidance on how to deal with the animals correctly.
Animals.
Grass snakes
Grass snakes are the most common snakes in Germany. However, due to declining populations, they are now under special federal and state protection.
Animals.
Feeding pigeons prohibited
Urban pigeons have now multiplied to such an extent that they are increasingly perceived as a problem by many people. This development is also triggered by the large supply of food for the birds.

Animal shelter Albert-Schweitzer-Bonn/Tierschutz Bonn und Umgebung e.V.

If you want to give animals a new home, you should definitely take a look around the Bonn animal shelter and find out more.

Municipal services at a glance.

Whether applying for riding stickers and license plates, the network of bridle paths in the Bonn city map, certificates for bee colonies or information on protection against ticks: Here you will find an overview of municipal services and the relevant contact persons.

Species protection

Information about dogs

What should I bear in mind when registering, re-registering and deregistering?

Also applies to dogs in rescue operations

Certificate of competence

For dogs classified as dangerous

Exemption from the muzzle requirement

How does the behavior test for dogs work?

Dogs classified as dangerous

Apply for dog ownership online now

Preservation of recreational areas

Absolute leash requirement in nature reserves

Species protection

Compulsory use of a lead during the breeding and setting season

Free-range areas

Dog meadows for the right exercise

Current press releases

Animal breeding and dog sports clubs in the Bonn club directory

Overview of all clubs in the Bonn club directory