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Apply for a reduction in dog tax

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Would you like to apply for a reduction in dog tax? Find out more here.

		    


                					    

						    

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You can claim a reduction in dog tax in the municipality of Bremen.  

A reduction is possible under certain conditions  


  • for guard and protection dogs
  • for dogs required by artists or showmen for professional purposes
  • in the case of dog breeding (so-called kennel tax)
  • in the case of commercial trade with dogs.
								    

									    Requirements
  • An application is always required for a tax reduction to be granted.
  • Please refer to the Bremen Dog Tax Act for details of the requirements.
  • Further information can be found under "Forms".
								    
What documents do I need?
    
    
  • You must prove that you meet the requirements for claiming a tax reduction.        
    The documents you must submit are specified in the Bremen Dog Tax Act. For example, a test certificate from a recognized professional association in the case of a protection dog. In addition, the Bremen tax office may request further documents as proof.

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