As explained before, finally UK moves forward with intention to ban ownership dogs American Bully XL breed in that country. From day 1, it will become a criminal offense by the British Government to own a dog of this breed if it is not properly registered. phasing out this speciesIt has been blamed for deadly attacks on humans and other animals.
The ban was ordered by Chancellor Rishi Sunak last year After a series of attacks and the public outcry shed light on a species whose size and power have made it a status symbol for some and an object of fear for others.
Writer Sonia Faleiro, 46, was one of the women who described one of the attacks by three American Bully XL dogs in a London park. They even killed Zoey, her pet Jack Russell, and seriously injured her husband, who intervened.As he assured the Reuters news agency.
A little over ten years
Bully XL breed available It was introduced to the UK in the 2010s. It is a hybrid of several breeds, including the American Pit Bull Terrier. The size and strength of these specimens make them an object of desire for those participating in illegal dog fights.
More than 30,000 American Bully XLs have been registered for exemption allowing owners keeping them alive under strict conditions, These include the use of muzzles in public places and neutering to prevent breeding.
Fines and imprisonment
Those who fail to register will face heavy fines and up to six months in prison. They may even have to euthanize their pets. In the case of repeat offenders.
The Campaign for the Evidence-Based Regulation of Dangerous Dogs (Cebrdd), which supports the ban, shows in its research that the number of deaths from dog attacks in England and Wales has risen from around three a year before 2021 to around ten a year in 2022. and 2023.
Terry Wigzell, who lives with two Bully XLs ensures the ban unfairly targets dogs, not criminals:irresponsible owners.
punishment
“You can’t judge her just by her looks,” he says. “When I put the pussy on her [a Duke, su perro Bully XL de 20 meses] and I take him for a walk. “He’s looking at me like that… I think he thinks I’m punishing him.”
Announcing the ban in September PM Sunak calls dogs ‘danger to our communities’especially for our children.
The RSPCA, the UK’s largest animal welfare charity, says urgent action is needed to protect people but opposes species-specific legislation.