Author: Carla O'Brien

A group advocating for dog and animal welfare in Dublin held a demonstration in the city center to protest the upcoming ban on XL Bully dogs. Demonstrators marched to the Dáil, urging the government to improve laws concerning restricted breeds. As of 1 October, breeding, selling, rehoming, or importing XL Bullys will be illegal. Further regulations will be enforced from 1 February 2025, requiring a Certificate of Exemption to own an XL Bully. Despite calls for tighter control due to recent dog attacks, concerns have been raised about the effectiveness of breed-specific laws. Critics argue that responsible owners and dogs…