Mandatory Enrollment in 'Dangerous Dog Liability Insurance' to Begin from the 12th of Next Month

Fines Up to 3 Million Won for Violations... Gangwon-do Strengthens Promotion

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[Asia Economy Reporter Ra Young-cheol] Ahead of the mandatory implementation of 'Dangerous Dog Liability Insurance' for dangerous dog owners starting from the 12th of next month, Gangwon Province is strengthening public awareness and guidance activities.

According to Gangwon Province on the 26th, owners must compulsorily subscribe to liability insurance that compensates at least 80 million KRW per person for death or permanent disability caused by a dangerous dog bite, 15 million KRW per person for injuries, and 2 million KRW or more per incident for damage caused to other animals.

The breeds required to subscribe to insurance (5 types) are Dosa dogs, American Pit Bull Terriers, American Staffordshire Terriers, Staffordshire Bull Terriers, and Rottweilers.

Obligations for dangerous dog owners include mandatory use of safety devices such as leashes and muzzles when taking the dangerous dog outside, and owners must complete 3 hours of regular education annually.

Violations will result in fines of up to 3 million KRW for dangerous dog owners and others.

The province plans to continuously promote the mandatory dangerous dog liability insurance and compliance requirements for dangerous dog owners by posting posters and banners in apartments, parks, animal sales shops, and veterinary clinics.

A provincial official urged, "To prevent harm to others' lives, bodies, or property caused by dangerous dog bites in advance, we ask dangerous dog owners to subscribe to liability insurance within the deadline and comply with legal obligations."

Meanwhile, as of January 2021, dangerous dog registrations in Gangwon Province totaled 125 dogs, including 9 Dosa dogs, 8 Pit Bull Terriers, 3 Staffordshire Terriers, 1 Staffordshire Bull Terrier, 48 Rottweilers, and 56 others.

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