Can a pet be a source of increased danger?

General rule:

• Pets are generally not considered to be a source of increased danger because they are under the control of the owner and do not pose a significant threat to others.

Exceptions:

• Animals that may be recognized as a source of increased danger include:
• Service dogs (during the performance of official duties).
• Dogs of fighting and potentially dangerous breeds, for example:
• Sheepdog.
• Doberman.
• Rottweiler.
• Cane Corso.
• The list of potentially hazardous breed may be defined by separate regulations or decisions of local authorities.

Responsibility of the owner:

• If a pet that is a source of increased danger causes damage:
• The civil liability of the owner provides for compensation for material and moral damage.
• In case of gross violation of the rules of maintenance, administrative or criminal liability may arise.

Note:

• It is recommended that you familiarize yourself with local regulations that may specify the list of dangerous animal breeds.