Dogs and animals

The municipality is legally responsible for rescuing dumped and lost pets which have an owner but have gone astray. The municipality takes care of the animals for 14 days.

Last modified: 13 August 2012

Sometime in February or March, depending upon the temperature, the toads will awaken from hibernation. Every year the Haagse Dierenbescherming (The Hague Animal Protection Agency) is in need of volunteers to help these amphib ...

Last modified: 13 August 2012 - Overview

The Hague’s nature plays home to a number of bird species including waterbirds and several endangered species such as the stork and common swift. However, not all birds are welcome city dwellers.

Last modified: 14 August 2012

The Hague region offers a number of animal boarding facilities where you can board your pet when you go on a holiday. Alternatively you can also choose from a number of cat-sitting or dog-walking services.

Last modified: 14 August 2012

The Hague has ten city farms, or petting zoos, where children of all ages can get up close and personal with a whole array of farm animals. The city farms are also places where people in the neighbourhood can meet one another ...

Last modified: 14 August 2012 - Overview

Here you will find information about the required rules and regulations for dog owners and dog caregivers.

Last modified: 13 August 2012

Dog owners, including visitors to the city, must abide by specific regulations in The Hague to ensure a clean and safe city.

Last modified: 13 August 2012

Would you like to take your dog for a walk on the beach? This is possible in The Hague but there are certain rules you'll need to know about.

Last modified: 25 March 2013 - Overview

The Hague has loads of amenities and free-run areas for dogs but at the same time 'pooper-scoopers' are mandatory everywhere in the city.

Last modified: 13 August 2012 - Overview

The Hague has a special bond with horses and equestrian sports. There are about a dozen riding schools and stables in the city and loads more in the surrounding towns.

Last modified: 25 March 2013