Civil liability insurance for owners of dangerous and aggressive dogs complements Romanian legislation on dog ownership. Owners of dog breeds considered dangerous are required by law to have liability insurance for any potential damages.

🐶 Covered breeds:

Aggressive dogs:

• Pit Bull

• Boerbull

• Bandog

• Their crossbreeds

Dangerous dogs:

• Bull Terrier

• Staffordshire

• American Staffordshire Terrier

• Rottweiler

• Tosa

• Dogo Argentino

• Fila Brasileiro

• Neapolitan Mastiff

• Caucasian Shepherd

• Mastiff

• Cane Corso

• Their crossbreeds

📋 Owner obligations:

• Display signs like "Beware of dog" or "Dangerous dog" on the property

• Register the dog with kennel associations and the Police

• Comply with laws regarding walking: leash with safety system and muzzle

🛡️ About the policy:

• Can be purchased individually or as an add-on clause to other insurance (e.g., family liability)

• Available to owners who have:

  • a health certificate

  • registration number

  • enrollment with a Romanian kennel club

• Price depends on the dog's breed

❗ Difference from pet insurance:

• Liability insurance covers damages to third parties

• Pet insurance covers the pet itself for accidents or death

🔒 Covered risks:

• Damage or destruction of third-party property

• Bodily injury or death of a third party

• Legal expenses and compensation

• In some cases: euthanasia of the aggressive dog, only upon veterinary recommendation