It has been a few months since the British Prime Minister, Rishi Sunakannounced plans to ban the dog breed American Bully XL. The reason? The various events that have been recorded in the United Kingdom with attacks by this animal.
“The American Bully XL is a danger to our communities, particularly to children”Sunak declared in a video posted on X (formerly Twitter) in which he ordered his ministers to work with the relevant authorities first to “define” the characteristics of the breed and eventually to ban it.
From December 31, 2023, it is illegal to sell, give away or breed an American XL Bully in the UK. However, it was not until this February 1st that owning one of these dogs It has become a criminal offense in the country.
Now, British citizens who have one and want to keep their pets must apply for an exemption, which requires liability insurance, proof of sterilization and a fee of 92.40 pounds (108.14 euros). In addition, they must take the dogs in public tied and on a leash.