From today, it is now a criminal offence to own a XL bully without an exemption certificate or having applied for one.
Scotland's XL bully dog safeguards have fully come into force. It is now a criminal offence to own the breed without an exemption certificate or having applied for one. The Scottish government introduced the new rules in two phases, with XL bully dog owners previously having to keep their pet on a lead and muzzled when out in public. Those that are convicted of breaching the safeguards could face up to six months in prison and/or a fine of up to £5,000.
A Scottish government spokesperson said: 'The scheme is necessary to allow for XL bully owners to legally keep their dogs in the long term, while agreeing to adhere to the necessary safeguards that will help reduce any risks to public safety.' XL bully owner Lauren Ballantyne, from Fife, said responsible owners will comply with the regulations, but feels they are unfair on the breed.
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