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Dogs in the canton of Lucerne
No breed listCanton LU · Overview of the main dog rules · As of August 2026
💰 Dog tax
City CHF 120
working dogs 40 · per year, 1st dog.
🛡️ Liability insurance
Not mandatoryCan only be ordered for dangerous dogs.
🐕 Breed rules (listed dogs)
No breed listNo breed list.
🎓 Mandatory course
Mandatory courseNational owner certificate (NHB) for first-time owners & imports — mandatory since 2023 (18 months).
🌲 Leash requirement (breeding season)
Forest: 1 Apr–31 Jul. Municipal leash zones also apply (roads, public transport, parks, nature reserves).
The dog tax in the canton of Lucerne is due annually and is usually set by the municipality of residence — the exact amount can therefore vary from municipality to municipality (guide value above; the dog-tax calculator gives the amount for your place of residence). Lucerne has no cantonal breed list; the general obligations for all dog owners apply. Dog liability insurance is not required at cantonal level, but strongly recommended.
New dog owners must complete a mandatory course. As everywhere in Switzerland, the dog must be microchipped and registered in the AMICUS database. All information is indicative (as of 2026) — the current rules of the canton and municipality are decisive.
📋 Tier im Recht — Lucerne ↗ · BLV · AMICUS. Information without guarantee – check municipal details and the current status with the competent authority.