Central Dog Register: Registration Is Now Mandatory

Source: Facebook page of the Prague Integration Centre (ICP), text adapted from a published post.

Do you own a dog? The Central Dog Register (CEP) has been launched in the Czech Republic, and registering your dog is now a legal requirement. If your dog is not registered, you may face a fine of up to CZK 50,000. For registered breeders, the fine may be as high as CZK 300,000.

How to register your dog?

You do not register your dog at your municipal office. Registration is carried out by a vet. However, registration is not automatic – you must explicitly ask your vet to register your dog in the Central Dog Register.

By when must the registration be completed?

It is not necessary to register your dog immediately. The government has set a three-year transition period.

Registration must be carried out:

• At your dog’s next routine rabies vaccination or booster vaccination
• For puppies, when they are microchipped, before they are handed over to their new owner.

How much does registration cost?

The Central Dog Register itself is funded by the state. However, a vet may charge a fee for carrying out the registration. The amount depends on the specific veterinary practice.

Further information can be found on the Central Dog Register website.