And giving EuryspesIncluded in the Italy 2024 report, we confirm that our country has a population of dogs, cats, birds and many lovers. Almost one in four households (37.7%) has at least one pet and only 4 in 10 Italians have one, choosing cats or dogs.
Especially the latter, defined as man’s best friend, sometimes lead to conflicts with the neighbor or neighbors in the condominium. Like noise Screaming or yellingEspecially if quadrupeds are left alone for a long time, or The smell If they are dogs that don’t get proper grooming, or even Allergy And Fear of close contactas well as Uncollected emissionscan create serious coexistence problems within the building.
Furthermore, theAggression Some animals – if not properly trained and educated – are at risk Damage to common areasthey can add more fuel to the fire.
Regarding the critical issue of dog owners’ coexistence with other condominium owners, an interesting incident occurred recently. Punishment for chasing to an owner who was not very “careful” of his animal and – especially in this period – Lombardy region A bill has been drafted, which provides that Patent For those adopting potentially dangerous dogs.
Let’s take a look at the latest news together, on topics related to the most acceptable rules of civic education and good coexistence in condominiums.
A court case
Not expressly provided by the Penal Code, condominium stalking (a type of stalking similar to professional or social pursuits) however crime Today it is recognized by the jurisprudence of the court and its criminal offense is traced Aggressive actions.
According to this crime, Court of Florencewas a professorial writer from the largest Tuscan city, who – thanks to the accurate reconstruction of the facts emerging from the investigation directed by the prosecutor in charge – indirectly caused anxiety and agitation among his neighbors. The situation was created. The latter was, in fact, hunted for years They barked without interruption. His Three Labrador puppiesLeft alone in the garden of a private villa.
Given a coexistence that became impossible, – during the dispute – the neighbors’ lawyers explained that their clients would have to buy another house, in order to find a place quiet enough to rest. In fact, installing double glazing on the windows and providing earplugs was not enough.
i Disturbing noises from dogs had continued day and night to determine Criminal liability of a person who has thus – consciously and voluntarily – created a state of anxiety among his neighbors, which will force them to change their habits because of the torturous actions.
Order and value of precedent for similar cases
One followed. Jail sentence Together with Compensation for damages In favor of the persistently barking victims, who had previously taken civil action. Represents an important precedent for guidance on the subject of provision. stalking condominiumapplied to the negligent and criminal management of one’s pets.
So this case comes entirely under the circumstances envisaged.612 bis of the Criminal Codethat is, those people Aggressive actions Which – by their very nature – have purpose. Emotionally unstable hunting Among cases of condominium stalking we find, for example, verbal harassment, obsessive control over a neighbor’s life or even actual physical intimidation.
But, as the Florentine Court has proved, the pursuit can consist of the behavior of those who do not control their dog, preventing it from disturbing the public peace and the rest of the neighborhood.
Initiative of the Lombardy Region
Especially regarding the sensitive topic of Dog owner responsibility In Managing the Risk of Disturbance and Harassment in Condominiums, reference should be made to the most recent draft of the document. Bill Developed by Lombardy regionwith the title “Rules specific to certain breeds of dogs for their welfare and public safety“
This initiative is the result of a specific request from Anci Lombardia and Enci Lombardia (Italian National Dog Breeding Institute), ATS veterinarians and animal protection associations.
The text foreshadows a kind of initiation. Eligibility Certificate, For those who want to adopt dogs that belong to one. 26 races Considered complex due to nature reasons and potential aggression. This proposal also includes the launch. Compulsory theoretical and practical courses and introducing stricter regulations on the reproduction and sale of Puppies.
This proposal is not limited to the region of Lombardy but, in the authors’ intentions, its purpose Parliamentwith the aim of becoming a reference text for the initiation of national legislation. However, it is true that the current executive is already working independently on ad hoc laws, to prevent new incidents of violence and attacks by dogs that are considered “at risk”.
In essence, instead of proposing a regional law, it was considered preferable to resolve the issue at the national tables, since the content of the text – explains the proponents of the initiative – would touch on aspects that are not the responsibility of the Lombardy Region. are But of Parliament.
Dog licensing is already a reality in Milan.
Licenses have been issued at the local level. In fact, it is mandatory. Municipality of Milanan area it has been in for four years. Started by local authority in 2020. Special dog licenseA certificate issued byATS To all owners of dogs of potentially problematic breeds or similar breeds.
This document must be obtained by the person with respect to the animal within 6 months of its entry into the family unit. Consists of failure to comply with the provisions of the relevant regulation. Administrative Financial Approval Up to 500 euros.
Il PatentBased on a decree of the Ministry of Health of November 2009, there are rules that provide that the training is conducted exclusively at the theoretical level, with courses also via the web. However, along with the aforementioned initiative, the new text of the region also aims to guarantee effective evaluation of the dog and interaction with the owner and field training to completely prevent incidents of aggression.
