SCOTLAND — Live News A new law has come into effect in England and Wales,...

Published: 11:56 pm December 31, 2023
Updated: 11:37 am October 8, 2025
New Law Requires American Bully XL Dogs to Be Leashed and Muzzled in Public

A new law has come into effect in England and Wales, requiring owners of American bully XL dogs to keep them on a lead and muzzled in public spaces. This law also makes breeding, selling, or abandoning these dogs illegal as of New Year’s Eve. Owners who wish to keep their American bully XL dogs must apply for a Certificate of Exemption by midnight on January 31st; otherwise, an outright ban will be imposed.

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The decision to implement these restrictions follows a series of attacks involving American bully XL dogs. However, campaigners argue that banning the breed is not the most appropriate solution.

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