Chungnam Province to Begin Temperament Assessment for Dangerous Dog Ownership Permits from the 7th

Aggressiveness of Dangerous Dogs Evaluated at Yeonan University in Cheonan

Appearance of the Rottweiler breed, known as a representative dangerous dog (Photo by Korea Kennel Club)

Starting from the 7th, temperament assessments for dangerous dog ownership permits will be conducted in Cheonan, Chungnam.

According to the dangerous dog ownership permit system implemented since April, current and prospective owners of dangerous dogs must report for an ownership permit within six months of the law's enactment and obtain final approval after passing a temperament assessment.

There are currently 97 dangerous dogs and 71 owners in the Chungnam region.

The breeds that require ownership permits include Dosa, Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, and Rottweiler.

So far, applications for ownership permits have been received for 11 dangerous dogs, and temperament assessments will first be conducted for 6 of them.

The Temperament Evaluation Committee, consisting of 12 experts such as veterinarians and trainers, will assess the dogs' aggression and other traits at Yeonam University in Cheonan.

Each dog can be assessed up to three times, and if they do not pass, ownership will not be permitted.

The provincial government also plans to conduct temperament assessments for dogs involved in biting incidents in addition to dangerous breeds in the future.

A provincial official stated, "As incidents involving dogs continue to occur, temperament assessments for dangerous dogs are essential for ensuring the safety of companion animals," and urged, "We hope for active participation from dangerous dog owners."

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