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Housing conditions contrary to animal welfare; notification
According to the Animal Welfare Act, animals must be fed, cared for and housed in a manner appropriate to their species and needs.
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Landratsamt Miltenberg
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Brückenstr. 2
63897 Miltenberg
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Postfach 1560
63885 Miltenberg
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Description
In particular, it is prohibited to torture or kill animals without reasonable cause. If you observe such a violation or receive information about it, you should report it to the police or the respective district administration authority (veterinary office). Reports submitted anonymously will also be processed.
In your report, give as much detail as possible about the place, time, type and course of the incident you have observed or are aware of. Name the animals involved and describe the pain, suffering or damage you believe the animals have suffered. If known, give the name and contact details (address, telephone number) of the animal owner or person responsible, other persons involved and any witnesses. If you have photos or videos of the reported incident, please also send these to the police or the veterinary office. With the help of your information, appropriate checks can then be carried out.
Note on anonymous reports:
In individual cases, the reporter's knowledge of the location may exceed that of the relevant officer. If the location of the animal keeping is described inaccurately or misleadingly (this mainly applies to animal keeping outside towns without street names and house numbers), animals may not be found promptly in such cases because the authorities do not have the opportunity to find out the exact location in the case of anonymous reports.
Requirements
The prerequisites are
- You have observed or become aware of a relevant incident.
- You have a well-founded suspicion.
Fees
None.
Deadlines
None. Please note: The sooner authorities receive relevant information, the faster they can help neglected or mistreated animals. Therefore, do not hesitate to make your report.
Legal bases
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Animal welfare; notification of an administrative offenseAdministrative offenses under the Animal Welfare Act are prosecuted and punished.
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Animal welfare law; application for a certificate of competence or a certificate of proficiencyCompetence tests, certificates of competence and certificates of proficiency ensure that the requirements of animal welfare legislation are complied with when keeping, slaughtering and transporting animals.
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Animal welfare permit; applicationIn accordance with Section 11 of the Animal Welfare Act, certain animal husbandry and activities on or with animals require permits that are linked to the reliability and expertise of the operator and to species-appropriate animal husbandry.
Status: 20.03.2025
Editorially responsible for prodecure description: Bayerisches Staatsministerium für Umwelt und Verbraucherschutz
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