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TierSchHuV
Abbreviation for Tierschutz-Hundeverordnung
In short and in plain language
The TierSchHuV is a German rule that protects dogs.
It says how dogs should be kept. It covers walks, contact with people and a place to sleep.
Anyone who looks after other people's dogs should know these rules.
Definition
The TierSchHuV is the German Dog Welfare Ordinance. It sets out how dogs should be kept and cared for, for example regarding exercise, contact with people and housing. For dog boarding businesses and pet sitters it lists important everyday requirements.