The Irish government announced a ban on American Bully XL dogs on Friday after a series of attacks, including a fatal attack in early June.
Ireland is following in the footsteps of the United Kingdom, which banned these powerful-jawed dogs in October 2023 after a series of attacks shocked the country. There have been several accidents in Ireland, including a 23-year-old woman killed by her own dogs in June.
Weighing more than 60 kg and coming from a cross between several mastiffs, these dogs have gained popularity during the Covid-19 pandemic.
But under the new rules in Ireland, “From October, no one can own these dangerous dogs”Minister explained Rural development Heather Humphries said in a statement. “It shall be unlawful to breed, sell, import, rehabilitate, trade, give away or abandon XL bully dogs.”, she added. is public safety “My preference”The minister said.
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Mandatory certification for current owners
A certification system will be in place for current owners of American Bully XL. Between October 1 and February 1, 2025, all owners will need to apply for a certificate. The government has warned that any owner's dog that does not comply with the new regulations will be seized and euthanized.
“If we don't act now, the number of these dogs in the country will increase and I fear these attacks will become more frequent”Heather Humphreys said.
I know many will disagree with this decisionShe agreed. I am a dog owner and I know people love their dogs. However, we must remember that a dog's life is worth less than a human's.
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