Similar bans on XL bullies are already in place in Northern Ireland and the rest of the UK.
XL bully dogs will be banned in the Republic of Ireland under new regulations announced by the Department for Rural and Community Development.
Taoiseach Simon Harris has also previously said he would like to see a ban and that there was a "clear need" for government action.The breed is a variant of the wider American bully, according to the UK Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. Since 1 February 2024 it has been a criminal offence to own an XL bully without an exemption certificate.In the Republic of Ireland some types of dog, including German shepherds and Rottweilers, are restricted but there has never been a ban until now.Irish Minister for Rural and Community Development Heather Humphreys says she knows not everyone will agree with the ban
“I know a lot of people will not agree with this decision. I’m a dog owner myself and I know people love their dogs. We must be mindful however that no dog’s life is worth more than human life," Ms Humphreys said.
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