Full list of XL Bully laws coming into force explained from muzzles to neutering and what happens if you abandon your dog
A new list of XL Bully laws will come into place in 2024. Owners could face prosecution if they don't follow the new strict regulations on owning the breed, from wearing muzzles in public to when to get the dog neutered. From today (December 31) it will be illegal to abandon an XL Bully or allow dogs to stray. It will also be illegal to rehome, sell or transfer ownership of XL Bully dogs. If you do not wish to keep your dog, vets may be asked to euthanise the XL Bully dog and the owner can claim £200 per dog. Rescue and rehoming organisations can claim £100. The euthanasia must be performed by 31 January 2024. Owners must apply for compensation by 15 March 2024. READ MORE: 'My American XL Bully only bullies me for love - I've raised £170K to fight the government ban' The XL Bully must be neutered as part of the new rules (Image: Getty) From today, it will be a criminal offence to breed XL Bully dogs but it will not be an offence to allow a litter o...