Owner of a Rottweiler, American Staffordshire Terrier, or other molosser? Here is the list of mandatory steps to be in full compliance with French law.
Issued by your local town hall upon presentation of the owner's aptitude certificate, the dog's behavioral assessment, and other supporting documents.
A one-day (7-hour) theoretical and practical training course covering dog training, safety, and accident prevention, led by an approved trainer.
Carried out by an approved veterinarian when the dog is between 8 and 12 months old. It rates the dog on a danger scale from 1 (low risk) to 4 (high risk).
The rabies vaccine must be valid (European passport mandatory) and you must take out civil liability insurance specifically mentioning your categorized dog.
Mandatory on public roads and in public places / public transport for category 2 dogs. For category 1 dogs, access to closed public places and transport is prohibited.
Surgical and permanent sterilization is mandatory for category 1 dogs (dogs of appearance, not registered in the French Stud Book / LOF), supported by a veterinary certificate.
The mandatory wearing of a muzzle or the looks of passersby should not ruin the bond with your dog. My program is designed to offer them the best life balance.
A muzzle should not be a punishment for your dog. Thanks to a progressive desensitization protocol, we teach your companion to slide their snout into it with pleasure, associating it with play and highly appetizing treats.
Eventually, the muzzle becomes a simple daily accessory, just like the harness or leash, allowing for peaceful walks in compliance with the law.
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