The Strictly star took to Instagram stories to share her message
Gemma Atkinson has called for "mandatory dog licencing" after plans were announced to ban XL bullies.
It comes following many horrific attacks in recent months, including here on Merseyside, and families have spoken out about their terrifying experiences. In July, a seven-year-old girl was mauled by an XL bully in Gorsedale Park, Wallasey and just two days later another XL bully escaped from a property on Park Lane, Maghull, and savaged a small dachshund in the street.
Taking to her Instagram stories she wrote: "Dog licensing should be mandatory for all owners. Regardless of breed. Because like humans, every dog is a product of its environment and every dog has the potential to turn when they feel threatened or are trained to do so by a small percent of irresponsible owners.
Announcing the ban last week, PM Rishi Sunak previously said: “The American XL bully dog is a danger to our communities, particularly our children."
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