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The RSPCA is urging all XL Bully homeowners inside our area to register their dogs for exemption earlier than the deadline comes into pressure at midday tomorrow (January 31).
From February 1, it will likely be unlawful for anybody in England and Wales to personal an XL Bully except they’re exempted.
The RSPCA – which says it’s “heartbroken” by the forthcoming change in legislation – is imploring homeowners to register their dogs below the exemption scheme in order that they are going to be capable of legally maintain them.
“Sadly, from February 1, it will be illegal to own any XL Bullies without an exemption certificate and it is also illegal to rehome, sell, gift, breed or abandon one,” stated RSPCA canine welfare knowledgeable, Dr Samantha Gaines.
“We’re urgently reminding owners of dogs who could be identified as an XL Bully under the UK Government’s new legislation to apply for an exemption certificate, even if they aren’t sure if their dog is an XL bully and are only doing so as a precaution.”
The exemption prices £92.40, plus homeowners might want to have third social gathering public legal responsibility insurance coverage for banned breeds.
In addition, all XL Bully homeowners should guarantee their canine is neutered (depending on the animal’s age), microchipped and muzzled – and on a lead – when in a public place.
A full listing of necessities might be considered at GOV.UK
Any proprietor that can’t present a legitimate certificates (or proof of software) after February 1 will probably be deemed to be in breach of the legislation.
This might end in them being fined and receiving a legal report, and their canine being seized and/or put to sleep.
The RSPCA is a part of the Dog Control Coalition, an affiliation of organisations which doesn’t agree with the ban on XL Bullies.
This coalition consists of Battersea, Dogs Trust, Hope Rescue, The Kennel Club, British Veterinary Association, USPCA, PDSA, Scottish SPCA and Woodgreen.
“As members of the Dog Control Coalition, we’ve been working tirelessly… with the UK Government to seek out an alternative choice to this ban,” Dr Gaines stated.
“We’re all heartbroken that we’ve reached this level.”
