American XL Bully Ban dogs will be banned by the end of the year after numerous attacks were reported across the United Kingdom. The term “XL Bully” typically refers to a type of American XL Bully Ban breed known for its muscular build and larger size compared to standard American Bullies. These dogs are often selectively bred for their size, strength, and temperament, so while they are not inherently aggressive, they have the means to do some damage if they are reared to be dangerous.
The ban has owners of XL Bully Ban
breeds across
the UK scared and confused, so here’s what you need to know about the details of this mandate. Starting from December 31st, all XL Bully Ban will have to be kept on a lead and have a muzzle while in public. What is more, from this date it will be completely illegal to advertise, breed, sell, exchange, gift, or abandon or let stray any XL Bullies. In short – it is a decisive strike against this breed, as announced by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak earlier this year.
What You Need to Know About XL Bully Ban
Furthermore, a complete ban on people owning XL Bully Ban will come into force in the UK from February 1st, 2023. This had owners scared that their pets would have to be put down just because of their breed, but luckily, that’s not the case. Suppose the owner applies before the end of January with the wish to keep their pet. With that, the household will receive an exemption certificate, but it will also have to comply with a very strict set of rules related to the breed.
UK government department
About XL Bully Ban
Defra has announced that it received more than 4,000 exemption applications so far and that a “majority” were approved. Their spokesperson said “ “The majority of applications are successful, and the majority of successful applicants are receiving their certificates in less than a week.”
This only supports the assurances that there will be no “forced
” euthanization of these dogs. However, those people who do not apply for an exemption by the end of the deadline will have to put their XL Bully Ban down. They will be granted £200 to cover the costs of a vet euthanizing their dog. Rescue and rehoming organizations can claim £100 per animal for the same purpose. The government’s website states, “euthanasia must be performed by January 31st, 2024,” for these financial claims to be successful.
XL Bully Ban
Sadly, because of this new law, at least 246 XL Bully Ban will be put down in the coming period, as their owners did not apply for an exemption or were not granted one.
American XL Bully Ban are not the first dogs to be banned in the UK. Several breeds were banned in the past, and owning them is now completely illegal. These breeds include the Pitbull terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro. Owning a banned dog breed can get you in plenty of trouble, specifically an unlimited fine and a six-month prison sentence.
