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Dog tax
For each dog you own, you are required to pay an annual dog tax. The amount is determined by the number of dogs you have.
Registration & Changes
- New Dog or New Resident: Register your dog with the municipality within 14 days of acquisition or moving in.
- No Longer Own a Dog or Moving Out: Deregister your dog immediately to qualify for a refund of the remaining dog tax for the year.
Exemptions
Certain dogs are exempt from the tax, but all dogs must be registered. Exemptions include:
- Guide dogs for the blind.
- Assistance dogs provided to a disabled person by organizations.
- Certified police dogs used in law enforcement.
How to Register or Deregister
- Online: Use the Manage Online with DigiD (Dutch) to register or deregister your dog.
- In Person: No appointment is needed. Visit us at the Huis voor de Stad during opening hours.
- Mail: Team Financieel Beheer en Belastingen
Postbus 950
5700 AZ Helmond
Required Information
- Registration: Completed form, acquisition date, number of dogs.
- Deregistration: Completed form, euthanasia certificate or proof of sale.
Costs for 2025
- One Dog: €73.56
- Each Additional Dog: €147.12
- Kennel Registration: €367.80 (Registered with the Raad van Beheer op Kynologisch Gebied in Nederland).
Forms and Resources
- Download form: Dog Tax Registration (PDF, Dutch 153 kB)
- Download form: Dog Tax Deregistration (PDF, Dutch 155 kB)
More Information
- For detailed regulations, refer to the Helmond Dog Tax Regulation 2025 (Dutch).