In 2019, Russia introduced a new tax on pet ownership. This tax encompasses both indoor and outdoor pets, including dogs, cats, rodents, and birds. All owners must pay a flat fee of one thousand rubles (about 15 US dollars) per pet, regardless of breed, and the tax must be paid annually. The funds collected from this tax are dedicated exclusively to animal welfare initiatives, such as increasing veterinary care and building more animal shelters. Additionally, pets must now be registered with the local municipality and given a special tag to identify them. These measures help to ensure that the funds collected from the tax are used appropriately.
The law on animal tax has been discussed in the media for the past 9 years, although officially the thought began to be considered only in 2018. Every third family has a dog or a cat, so many people care about the details. The Russians are interested in whether the tax on pets in Russia in 2019 will be approved, how much they will have to pay for a pet, how to punish evaders.
Animal tax rate (Planned tax rates)
It is expected that the annual tax on a thoroughbred dog will be up to 15 thousand rubles. per year, will vary by breed and size. Payment for a small beast is expected less. Up to 5 thousand rubles will be collected from cats, 120 from hamsters. Ferrets, mini-pigs can be estimated at 800–1000 rubles.
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What is the current status of pet tax in Russia for the year 2019?
What is the current pet tax policy in Russia for the year 2019? How does it affect pet owners and what are the implications of this tax?