Breeds of dogs banned in different countries
Certain dog breeds are infamous for their aggression and problematic behavior
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When you're thinking about what kind of dog to get, most people go for the more obvious breeds, but some go for the ones with a "violent" reputation only to find out that it's actually restricted or banned in their home country.
In fact, 52 countries have some form of breed-specific legislation, which is a type of law that prohibits or restricts particular breeds or types of dog. They range from outright banning the possession of these dogs (with the threat of putting them down), to restrictions and conditions on ownership, including things like what age a person can be to own one, and the requirement of a short leash, a muzzle, registration, insurance, sterilization, microchip implants, or even a tattoo.
On Tuesday, August 20, a 53-year-old man from Lancashire in the UK was found dead in his home after being killed by his own dog. The dog was an XL bully, or large American bulldog, a breed that was banned in England in February 2024. Police called to the scene shot and killed the dog, stating that it still posed "a significant threat of serious harm." They are looking for information about the tragic incident and attempting to piece together the circumstances surrounding the man's death. Laws restricting the breeding, sale, and ownership of XL bullies have been rolled out across the UK in 2024.
Such laws are born out of fatalities or maulings, and so they presume specific breeds to be dangerous or vicious. Naturally, there has been some backlash, but nonetheless, the restrictions remain in place.
Click through to see the most commonly banned or restricted dogs around the world.
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