Mandatory 'Training and Liability Insurance Enrollment' for Dangerous Dog Owners to Take Effect from the 12th

A Fine of 3 Million Won Imposed for Safety Rule Violations

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[Asia Economy Reporter Ra Young-cheol] Starting from the 12th of this month, with the mandatory completion of education and subscription to liability insurance for owners of dangerous dogs, Goyang City in Gyeonggi Province is strengthening management measures targeting dangerous dogs.

According to the city on the 9th, the targeted dangerous dogs include five breeds: Dosa dogs, American Pit Bull Terriers, American Staffordshire Terriers, Staffordshire Bull Terriers, and Rottweilers, as well as their mixed breeds.

Owners of these five dangerous dog breeds must complete at least three hours of legally mandated education within six months for safe breeding management, and are required to subscribe to liability insurance to compensate for damages to others' life, body, or property caused by the dangerous dogs.

Violations of these provisions will result in a fine of 3 million won, and the legally mandated education can be completed online through the Animal Protection Management System (www.animal.go.kr).

Additionally, dangerous dog owners must manage their dogs so that they do not leave places where they are kept without the owner, according to the Animal Protection Act, and when going out together, the dangerous dogs must be equipped with a leash and muzzle or a transport device.

Furthermore, dangerous dogs are prohibited from entering unspecified public places designated by ordinance, such as daycare centers, elementary schools, and special schools. Violations will incur fines ranging from 1 million to 3 million won depending on the number of offenses.

A representative from the Goyang City Animal Administration Team requested, "We ask dangerous dog owners to strictly comply with the management and movement regulations of dangerous dogs to ensure the safety of both pets and citizens."

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