Dogs in the canton of Vaud

Q: Dog tax Vaud?

Lausanne CHF 190 — 100 cantonal + 90 municipal.

Permit required

Canton VD · Overview of the main dog rules · As of August 2026

💰 Dog tax

Lausanne CHF 190

100 cantonal + 90 municipal · per year, 1st dog.

🛡️ Liability insurance

Mandatory

Mandatory (all owners, police law).

🐕 Breed rules (listed dogs)

Permit required

3 types: Amstaff, Am. Pitbull, Rottweiler.

🎓 Mandatory course

Course for listed dogs

Listed dogs: 72 h of training within 2 years.

🌲 Leash requirement (breeding season)

Forest, forest edges & meadows: 1 Apr–15 Jul. Municipal leash zones also apply (roads, public transport, parks, nature reserves).

The dog tax in the canton of Vaud 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). In Vaud, certain breeds require a permit – check the cantonal list before getting a dog. Dog liability insurance is mandatory.

A competence course is mandatory for listed dogs. 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 — Vaud ↗ · BLV · AMICUS. Information without guarantee – check municipal details and the current status with the competent authority.