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XL Bully Ban in the UK: What You Need to Know

Animal Welfare - Dangerous Dogs Act - Dog Ownership - UK Ban - XL Bully

Find out the latest on the ban of American XL bully dogs in the UK and the impact on owners and the public.

The UK has implemented a ban on American XL bully dogs following a series of deadly attacks. Owners of these dogs can apply for exemptions but must adhere to strict regulations, including muzzling and leashing the dogs in public. Police are urging the public to report any non-compliant XL bully owners to enforce the ban effectively.

As of February 1st, enforcement action is being taken to ensure compliance with the XL Bully ban. Changes are already underway, with new legal safeguards for XL Bully dogs set to be introduced in Scotland by the end of February. The government is committed to supporting law enforcement in enforcing the ban and ensuring public safety.

One heartwarming story amidst the ban involved a woman rescuing an abandoned XL bully dog and securing an exemption certificate for it. This act of kindness highlights the compassion and dedication of individuals towards these dogs. Despite some criticisms from XL bully owners, the ban aims to protect the public and prevent future incidents of attacks.

In a surprising turn of events, illegal XL Bullys in England and Wales will face euthanasia if owners do not comply with the ban. This strict measure reflects the government's zero-tolerance stance on owning banned dog breeds. Additionally, the support for law enforcement in enforcing the ban showcases a unified effort to ensure the safety of the community and prevent dangerous encounters with XL bully dogs.

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U.K. bans "American XL bully" dogs after spate of deadly attacks (CBS News)

Owners of American XL bully dogs can get exemptions from the U.K.'s new ban on them but still have to muzzle them and keep them on leashes in public.

Next steps in the XL Bully ban (South Yorkshire Police)

As from today (1 February) enforcement action will be taken as the next stage of the XL Bully ban begins. We understand the new restrictions on XL Bully ...

Police urge public to report non-compliant XL bully owners (Ledbury Reporter)

It is now a criminal offence to own an XL bully dog in England and Wales without an exemption certificate.

New XL Bully dog safeguards to be introduced in Scotland (North Edinburgh News)

Owners urged to prepare for changes The first of a two-stage approach to new legal safeguards on XL Bully dogs will come into force on 23 February subject ...

Police enforcement XL Bully ban (Police Oracle)

From February 1, owning an XL Bully dog without a certificate of exemption will be a criminal offence following an amendment to the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991.

XL Bully ban: What you need to know as thousands miss final 'act ... (Daily Express)

XL Bully owners who have not had their pet registered yet could face a criminal record and the risk of having their dog destroyed.

XL Bully Ban: Everything you need to know as ban comes into place (LondonWorld)

The ban on the dog breed XL Bully is set to come into place under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991. Last year, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced restrictions ...

XL bully ban: Police chief warns of challenges in enforcing law (BBC News)

The government says police will be supported in enforcing the new laws taking effect on 1 February.

Police urge public to report non-compliant XL bully owners (Worcester News)

It is now a criminal offence to own an XL bully dog in England and Wales without an exemption certificate.

Abandoned XL bully rescued and rehomed (BBC News)

A woman has rescued an XL bully dog and raised enough cash for an exemption certificate after it was abandoned and tied to a tree. The 10-month-old male puppy was found "distressed, cold and malnourished" in Ascot, Berkshire, and was at risk of being ...