The Scottish Government introduced restrictions on XL bully ownership after legislation was passed in England, prompted by concerns over dog attacks.
Owners of XL bully dogs in Scotland are being urged to apply for an exemption certificate before the government deadlines expire next month. From August, it will be a criminal offence to own an XL bully in Scotland without an exemption certificate or without having applied for one by that date.
They must also obtain third-party insurance and neuter and microchip their dogs. The deadline for online applications is midnight on 31st July. Postal applications must be received by 15th July. In line with the initial safeguards introduced on February 23, XL bully dogs must continue to be muzzled and kept on a lead in public, including in a car. Owners who choose not to keep their dogs can apply for £100 to cover the cost of having the animal euthanised, along with a further £100 to compensate them for the loss of their dog.
Continuing her statement, she voiced her support for the scheme's long-term goals: "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."
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