Brief by Short91 Newsdesk / 10:11am on 04 Nov 2023,Saturday International
Starting February 1, 2024, England and Wales will enforce a ban on American Bully XL dogs, requiring owners to obtain exemptions to legally keep the breed. From January, these dogs must wear muzzles and be leashed in public spaces. Additionally, there are specific deadlines for neutering: dogs under one year old by January 31, 2024, must be neutered by December 31, while those older must be neutered by June 30. The ban follows several attacks involving the breed, although owners argue for their pets' lovable nature. The regulations, similar to those for previously banned breeds, aim to address safety concerns, while critics emphasize the need to address irresponsible breeders and owners instead of imposing breed-specific bans.
